CP 9 Vocab 7

calamity

an event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster

comprehensive

complete; including all or nearly all elements or aspects of something

conventional

based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed

flagrant

(of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive

fluctuate

rise and fall irregularly in number or amount

persevere

continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty or with little or no prospect of success

ponder

think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion

rehabilitate

restore (someone) to health or normal life by training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness

turmoil

a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty

venture

a risky or daring journey or undertaking