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stewardship / ˈstjuːədʃɪp /nounthe job of supervising or taking care of something, such as an organization or property
She's very good at stewardship of the company's assets.
guardianshipsupervisioncustody
unfolds / ʌnˈfəʊldz /verbto become known gradually or to develop gradually
The story unfolds through the eyes of a young boy.
lethal / ˈliːθəl /adjectiveable to cause or causing death
This desert planet, barren and lethal yet incredibly valuable, is the only source of the spice melange.
fataldeadlymortal
barren / ˈbærən /adjectiveunable to produce plants or fruit
This desert planet, barren and lethal yet incredibly valuable, is the only source of the spice melange.
coveted / ˈkʌvɪtɪd /adjectivegreatly desired or envied
highly coveted
intricately / ˈɪntrɪkətli /adverbIn a very complex or detailed manner
The narrative intricately weaves together the fate of Paul and his family.
To present or make available for consideration
a substance that offers expanded consciousness and longevity
a nobleman / ə ˈnoʊbmən /nouna man who belongs to the highest social class by birth, education, or title
At the heart of the story is Paul Atreides, a young nobleman whose family, the House Atreides, is thrust into a perilous political game.
aristocratlordgentleman
expanded / ɪkˈspændɪd /adjectivebecome larger or more extensive
The company expanded its operations into new markets.
growenlargewiden
a consciousness / ə ˈkɒnʃəsnəs /nounthe state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings
expanded consciousness
awarenesssentienceperception
A person who has power and authority over others; a master or ruler
governed by feudal lords
masterrulergovernornobleman
set against the vast / sɛt əˈɡɛnst ðə væst /phraseplaced or positioned in relation to other things or a background
Frank Herbert's novel, set against the vast, unforgiving desert landscapes of Arrakis.