| concept | an idea |
| cynical | distrusting others motives |
| disgrace | shame, loss of respect |
| aspire | to work hard toward something of value |
| integrity | honesty, moral character |
| legitimate | well reasoned |
| opponent | somone against you in a contest |
| ominous | threatening, like a storm cloud |
| persevered | not giving up even when it is hard |
| irresistable | very desirable |
| genuine | real and sincere |
| gratitude | being thankful |
| surpass | to try hard to get something or win |
| tentatively | with hesitation |
| triumph | overcoming something, victory |
| vain | excessively proud |
| vanquish | to defeat or conquer |
| suspicious | tending to disbelieve others |
| enthusiasm | excited interest in something |
| exalt | to praise or honor someone |
| lecture | a lengthy speech or scolding |
| oppression | to exercise unjust authority |
| restrain | to hold back |
| savage | living wild, uncontrollable |
| scenario | the plan of events |