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Words Masters List
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Milestone | N: 1. a stone set up beside a road to mark the distance in miles to a particular place. 2. an action or event marking a significant change or stage in development. |
| Hightail | V: move or travel fast |
| Shimmering | Adv: shining with a soft, slightly wavering light |
| Charisma | N: 1. compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others. 2. a divinely conferred power or talent. |
| Burrow | N: a hole or tunnel dug by a small animal, especially a rabbit, as a dwelling. V: (of an animal) make a hole or tunnel, typically for use as a dwelling. |
| Mellow | Adv: softer or more relaxed |
| Charm | N: the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration V; delight greatly |
| Scuttle | N: a metal container with a sloping hinged lid and a handle, used to fetch and store coal for a domestic fire. |
| Captivating | Adv: capable of attracting and holding interest; charming. |
| Tenderfoot | N: 1. a newcomer or novice, especially a person unaccustomed to the hardships of pioneer life. 2. a Boy Scout of the lowest rank. |
| Vault | N: 1. a roof in the form of an arch or a series of arches, typical of churches and other large, formal buildings. 2. a large room or chamber used for storage, especially an underground one. |
| Radiant | Adv: sending out light; shining or glowing brightly. N: a point or object from which light or heat radiates, especially a heating element in an electric or gas heater. |
| Talon | N: 1. a claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey. 2. the part of a bolt against which the key presses to slide it in a lock. |
| Amble | N: a stroll V: to walk in a slow, leisurely way |
| Mature | Adv: 1. fully developed physically; full-grown. 2. having reached the most advanced stage in a process. V: 1. (of an organism) become physically mature. 2. (of an insurance policy, security, etc.) reach the end of its term and hence become payable. |
| Fledgling | N: 1. a young bird that has just fledged. 2. a person or organization that is immature, inexperienced, or underdeveloped. |
| Scuffle | N: 1. a short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters. 2. an act or sound of moving in a hurried, confused, or shuffling manner. V: 1. engage in a short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters. |
| Leisurely | Adv: acting or done at leisure; unhurried or relaxed. |
| Breakthrough | N: 1. a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development. 2. denoting a symptomatic case of a disease occurring despite preventative medication, vaccination, or prior infection. |
| Grapple | V: engage in a close fight or struggle without weapons N: an act of grappling. |
| Tranquil | Adv: free from disturbance; calm. |
| Coffer | N: 1. a strongbox or small chest for holding valuables. 2. a recessed panel in a ceiling. |
| Goad | V: 1. provoke or annoy (someone) so as to stimulate some action or reaction. 2. drive or urge (an animal) on with a goad. N: a spiked stick used for driving cattle. |
| Serene | Adv: calm, peaceful, or tranquil |
| Inspire | V: 1. fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. 2. breathe in (air); inhale. |
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