motivate – v. to give (someone) a reason for doing something

inspire – v. to make (someone) want to do something : to give (someone) an idea about what to do or create

dare – v. to have enough courage or confidence to do something : to not be too afraid to do something

shrapnel – adj. small metal pieces that scatter outwards from an exploding bomb, shell, or mine

adapt – v. to change (something) so that it functions better or is better suited for a purpose

master – n. a man who is in charge

captain – n. an athlete who is chosen to be the leader of a team