acquire

(v) To gain ownership of something; to get by one's own efforts or actions.

antagonize

(v) To make an enemy of; to stir up anger or dislike.

competent

(adj) Having the ability to do what is needed.

comprise

(v) 1. To form; to make up. 2. To consist of or include.

correspond

(v) 1. To match; to be equal to. 2. To exchange letters with another person.

dilapidated

(adj) In poor condition from neglect or age.

illustrious

(adj) Very famous; outstanding.

incident

(n) Something that happens in real life or in a story; an event, often of little importance.

inherit

(v) 1. To receive something from someone after that person's death. 2. To receive, as part of one's physical or mental makeup, from one's parents.

latitude

(n) 1. The distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees. 2. A region as marked by its distance from the equator. 3. Freedom from strict rules.

loath

(adj) Unwilling; reluctant.

maintain

(v) 1. To declare something to be true. 2. To continue in the same way or condition. 3. To keep in good condition.

renovate

(v) To make like new again.

reprimand

(v) To scold in a harsh or formal manner. (n) A strong scolding from someone in authority.

supervise

(v) To direct or manage activities.