| bate |
to moderate or control; restrain. |
| carat |
a unit of weight for diamonds and other gems, equal to one-fifth of a gram. |
| chaotic |
completely disordered or disorganized; in a state of utter confusion. |
| institutional |
of, relating to, or resembling an institution or institutions. |
| knack |
a natural talent for something. |
| legislative |
having to do with the branch of government that has the power to pass laws. |
| malicious |
having or reflecting a wish to harm. |
| petty |
of little importance or interest. |
| prosperity |
the state of being wealthy and successful. |
| refund |
to return or pay back. |
| significantly |
in an amount or to an extent that is important; considerably. |
| sprawl |
to lie, sit, or fall with the arms and legs spread out in a loose or relaxed way. |
| stabilization |
the process of making or becoming steady or even, and keeping at a certain level or degree. |
| torso |
the human body from neck to hips; trunk. |
| untrustworthy |
not to be depended upon for honesty, loyalty, or responsible conduct. |