| alibi |
a way of defending oneself against criminal charges by showing that one was not at the scene of the crime when it happened. |
| annotate |
to provide (a written work) with explanatory notes or critical commentary. |
| arrogant |
having or showing too much pride; behaving as though one is more important than others. |
| behalf |
support; aid (used with "in" or "on" and followed by "of"). |
| conceive |
to give shape to in the mind. |
| congest |
to fill to excess; overcrowd; clog. |
| grovel |
to be or move about in a bowed or prostrate position, as with fear or humility; cower; cringe. |
| heartland |
a central land area, especially one considered to be economically, politically, or militarily vital to a nation or region. |
| indifference |
lack of interest, especially when interest is called for,expected, or hoped for. |
| juror |
a person who is a member of a jury. |
| limitation |
that which confines or restricts. |
| meditation |
sustained thought or self-forgetful concentration, especially for the purposes of religious devotion or relaxation. |
| mortality |
the quality or state of being destined to die. |
| motherly |
of or like a female parent. |
| plea |
a serious or sincere call for help; appeal. |