| constituent |
forming a part of something. |
| dissertation |
a formal and usually lengthy exposition in speech or writing, especially a detailed report of research by a candidate for a doctoral degree. |
| fatuous |
smugly foolish or stupid. |
| harangue |
a long, vehement, and often pompous speech or piece of writing, especially such a speech delivered in public; tirade. |
| impale |
to pierce and hold fast with a sharp-pointed instrument such as a spear. |
| induce |
to persuade or influence, as to a course of action. |
| insensible |
without normal sensations; unconscious. |
| loquacity |
the quality or an instance of talking a great deal or excessively; talkativeness. |
| plenitude |
abundance; fullness. |
| renovate |
to put in good condition by repairing, remodeling, or the like; refurbish. |
| reprieve |
to release (someone) temporarily or permanently from planned or impending punishment, pain, or difficulty. |
| reverberation |
the continuation of a sound after the source of the sound has been cut off. |
| revere |
to respect or admire greatly. |
| schematic |
of, pertaining to, or formed like an outline or diagram. |
| uncritical |
not making critical judgments or discriminations, especially those based on standards. |