| artificial |
made by human beings; not natural. |
| attain |
to gain or achieve through work. |
| clench |
to close tightly shut. |
| enthusiasm |
a strong interest or excitement in connection with something. |
| fiber |
a small, thin part of a plant, animal, or mineral that is shaped like a thread. |
| frequently |
often; many times. |
| gear |
any equipment, clothes, or tools used for some particular purpose. |
| hasten |
to move or act with speed; hurry. |
| italicize |
to print in italic type. |
| lighten1 |
to become brighter or less dark in color. |
| moment |
a very short amount of time. |
| mumble |
to speak low and in a way that is not easy to understand; mutter. |
| nursery |
a room where babies or young children sleep or play. |
| stumble |
to trip or lose one's balance in walking or running. |
| tailor |
one who makes, alters, or repairs clothing. |