| allusion |
an indirect reference to or mention of something. |
| cosmic |
of or relating to the universe. |
| cosmopolitan |
of, drawn from, or common to all the world or all the peoples of the world. |
| discreet |
reserved and judicious, especially in talking about or otherwise revealing confidential matters; circumspect. |
| eventuality |
something that might happen; contingent occurrence. |
| impale |
to pierce and hold fast with a sharp-pointed instrument such as a spear. |
| invective |
strongly abusive or denunciatory speech or language. |
| itinerary |
a detailed plan of travel. |
| nuance |
a subtle quality or difference in tone, meaning, color, or the like; shade. |
| predominant |
being the chief or greatest in importance, status, influence, or the like. |
| presumptive |
affording a reasonable basis for belief. |
| reorganize |
to reestablish or arrange anew. |
| solemnize |
to carry out the formalities of performance required by (an occasion). |
| stratum |
a level in a social hierarchy. |
| untimely |
not occurring at a convenient or appropriate time; poorly timed. |