(usually with "in") to give help
The study guide will really aid you as you prepare for the test.
appeal
to be desirable to a person
The lawyer appealed the harsh punishment given to his client.
conservative
having traditional views
My grandfather is so conservative, he hasn't bought new clothes in twenty-five years.
explode
to burst into pieces with a lot of force and noise
Everyone was shocked when the car exploded into flames.
lyric
the words of a song
She did not know the lyrics so she could not sing the song.
perform
to do something to entertain an audience, such as dancing, singing, etc.
Who is performing at tonight's show?
prior
(formal) being more important than another thing due to its earlier occurrence
The accident happened prior to my arrival.
restrained
very calm and unemotional
He was furious, but his manner was very restrained.
roar
a deep, very loud sound produced by a wild animal such as a lion
The roaring of the car’s engine woke me.
transformation
a complete change in appearance, structure, or character, usually for the better
A caterpillar undergoes a transformation when it turns into a butterfly.