| adaptive |
capable of changing in response to changes in environment. |
| authenticate |
to prove the genuineness, reality, or validity of. |
| behalf |
support; aid (used with "in" or "on" and followed by "of"). |
| controversy |
a disagreement; debate. |
| creed |
a set of beliefs held by a person or group. |
| delegate |
a person who is chosen to speak or act for others. |
| eradicate |
to do away with completely; wipe out. |
| irritate |
to anger or bother. |
| liberal |
generous. |
| nourish |
to supply with food needed for life and growth. |
| preventive |
made to get in the way of or to block something. |
| prim |
correct and proper beyond what is needed. |
| renegade |
a member who rejects the common beliefs or attitudes of a group such as a religious sect, political party, or business organization. |
| tart1 |
sour or acid in taste; sharp; biting. |
| zest |
a sense of great pleasure or enjoyment. |