| chronology |
the order of events in time. |
| comprehensive |
including everything or almost everything; wide in range. |
| disposable |
meant to be thrown out after use. |
| editor |
a person who reads and corrects materials for publication. |
| eliminate |
to get rid of or destroy. |
| eon |
a very long period of time. |
| indulgence |
the act of yielding to or gratifying a desire or appetite. |
| liberal |
generous. |
| manuscript |
a piece of writing prepared by the author before it becomes a printed article or book. |
| miserly |
stingy or penurious. |
| nestle |
to lie close or curled next to. |
| petty |
of little importance or interest. |
| prerequisite |
something required beforehand. |
| setback |
something that happens that slows, stops, or reverses progress that is being made. |
| whim |
a sudden desire, thought, or change of mind. |