| appeal |
a serious and sincere request for help. |
| classic |
something that remains popular over a long period of time. |
| defensive |
used to protect or guard against attack. |
| democratic |
relating to or demonstrating the belief that all people should be treated equally. |
| developer |
someone who buys land and makes it ready to be used for homes, business, recreation, or the like. |
| fountain |
a spray of water created by a machine, or the structure from which the water flows. |
| glum |
in low spirits; sad or gloomy. |
| invade |
to enter as an enemy, by force, in order to conquer or plunder. |
| marketplace |
an area, either outside or inside, where goods are sold. |
| presidency |
the office, length of service, and jobs of a president. |
| queasy |
feeling sick to one's stomach. |
| retirement |
the time of one's life after one has stopped working permanently. |
| shriek |
a loud shrill cry of fear, joy, or surprise. |
| urge |
to push or drive forward or onward. |
| vent |
an opening through which a gas or vapor can enter, pass through, or exit. |