a particular appearance or status
One aspect of the problem we had not considered came back to haunt us.
cause
a reason for doing something
Four of the five causes were considered adequate for beginning the project.
conservation groups
a group of people that is preoccupied with the environment
The conservation group did not want the scientists performing their experiment near the ocean.
constitutes
to make up, to comprise
This instance constitutes the fourth time you are late for work this week.
drained
to draw out
The sink had not drained because it was clogged.
encompass
to surround or form a circle around something
The explanation encompasses the central part of the problem.
enforce
to force something or to carry out an action
He police officer was responsible for enforcing the law.
global
relating to or involving the entire world
The internet has allowed for ease of global communication.
grazing
to feed on grass or other vegetation
Cattle graze around the area of the ranch.
implications
something that is implied
The ruling of the court case had many implications.
import
to bring in from somewhere else
The United States imports many products from China.
irrevocable
impossible to change or undo
The decision of the manager was irrevocable.
multitude
a great number of people or things
There was a multitude of cars at the car show.
preserve
to keep safe from destruction or injury
The conservation group wants to preserve the wetlands.
reverse
to go in the opposite direction
The man would like to reverse his actions.
richness
the satate of having high quality or value
There is a richness to be found in all places.
speculate
the think or be curious about a subject
We could only speculate about the outcome of the vote.
subsidies
a grant or donation of money
There are many government subsidies available for college students.
undergoes
to experience
A caterpillar undergoes a transformation when it turns into a butterfly.
vital
crucial, extremely important
Water is vital to our existence.