| abscess |
a sore that forms within the tissues of the body and is filled with pus. Abscesses can be caused by an infection. |
| aggression |
an attack or war against a country started without good cause by another country. |
| ambush |
a surprise attack made from a hidden place. |
| compensate |
to pay or repay. |
| counterpart |
someone or something that is just like or similar to another. |
| decorative |
adding to how attractive a thing is visually. |
| drab |
not bright; dull. |
| inattention |
lack of attentiveness; neglect. |
| institute |
to bring into being or set in operation. |
| intimidate |
to cause to become timid or afraid, especially by means of threats. |
| quagmire |
an unpleasant situation that is difficult to escape. |
| regional |
of or relating to a particular geographical area. |
| sequence |
a pattern or process in which one thing follows another. |
| summary |
a short and usually comprehensive statement of what has been previously stated. |
| untreated |
receiving no medical care or remedy. |