chapter 13 Flashcards
(17 cards)
ally
a state formally cooperating with another for a military or other purpose, typically by treaty
ample
enough or more than enough; plentiful.
cheek
either side of the face below the eye.
circulation
movement to and fro or around something, especially that of fluid in a closed system.
convey
transport or carry to a place.
fine
of high quality.
gallery
a room or building for the display or sale of works of art.
jaw
each of the upper and lower bony structures in vertebrates forming the framework of the mouth and containing the teeth.
necessity
the fact of being required or indispensable.
nervous
easily agitated or alarmed; tending to be anxious; highly strung.
numerous
great in number; many.
perceive
become aware or conscious of (something); come to realize or understand.
portrait
a painting, drawing, photograph, or engraving of a person, especially one depicting only the face or head and shoulders.
reward
a thing given in recognition of one’s service, effort, or achievement
superior
higher in rank, status, or quality.
sweat
moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically in profuse quantities as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever, or fear.
tuck
push, fold, or turn (the edges or ends of something, especially a garment or bedclothes) so as to hide them or hold them in place.
