| bate |
to moderate or control; restrain. |
| considerable |
large in size or amount. |
| controversy |
a disagreement; debate. |
| donor |
one who gives or contributes something without expecting anything in return. |
| envious |
showing or feeling desire for what another has. |
| fortress |
a large, fortified building or area, often around a town or settlement. |
| latency |
the state of being present but not yet apparent, developed, or operative. |
| oasis |
an area in a desert where plants can grow. The plants are fed by water from a spring or well. |
| outrage |
an act that causes a strong feeling of anger because of its violence or cruelty. |
| overhaul |
to go over carefully, taking apart as necessary and making all needed repairs. |
| resignation |
the act of giving up a job or other position, or a formal letter announcing this. |
| simulation |
something that imitates or resembles, or the fact of resemblance itself. |
| subdue |
to overcome or conquer, as by military victory. |
| tolerate |
to allow or accept; not oppose or attack. |
| via |
traveling through; by way of. |