Vocabulary E & F; English III

noun; a loss of significance, power, or prominence in relation to another person or thing

verb; to become apparent, important, or prominent

adjective; extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world

verb; to develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form

adj.; lasting for a very short time

verb; absorb all the attention or interest of

adj.; famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession

verb; 1. occupy, attract, or involve (someone's interest or attention) 2. cause someone to become involved in (a conversation or discussion) 3. participate or become involved in

verb; 1. make full use of and derive benefit from 2. use a situation or person in an unfair or selfish way

verb; make an action or process easy or easier