Learning and Using words 8.12

faulty ( a )

not perfect; not working properly or made correctly

filth ( n )

any very dirty and unpleasant substance

foolproof ( a )

so simple that it cannot fail or go wrong.

grave ( a )

serious

half-heartedly ( adv )

without enthusiasm or effort

high-rise ( a )

(of a building) very tall and having a lot of floors

embrace ( v )

hug

insanitary ( a )

dirty and likely to spread disease

intermarriage ( n )

marriage between people from different religions, countries, ethnic groups, etc.

intrude ( v )

enter when unwelcome

leeway ( n )

freedom to act within limits; extra time, space, or freedom.

long-drawn-out ( a )

lasting longer than necessary; very prolonged.

long-winded ( a )

continuing for too long and therefore boring, tedious