| abbreviate |
to shorten the time or length of. |
| autonomy |
freedom and independence; self-governance. |
| discipline |
training of the body or mind to bring about good performance and good behavior. |
| disposable |
meant to be thrown out after use. |
| embark |
to board a ship when beginning a trip. |
| extremist |
a person who takes a radical stand and encourages radical action or thinking, especially in politics. |
| factual |
containing facts; true. |
| grovel |
to be or move about in a bowed or prostrate position, as with fear or humility; cower; cringe. |
| inflict |
to deal out or strike in a physical attack. |
| interval |
the period of time between two events or situations. |
| obesity |
the condition of being exceedingly and unhealthily overweight. |
| practitioner |
a person working in a trade, occupation, or profession. |
| preservation |
protection from loss or damage; the act of preserving. |
| velocity |
speed. |
| zest |
a sense of great pleasure or enjoyment. |