| concourse |
a large open space, as in a railway station, where many people pass or gather. |
| economize |
to spend less money; lower expenses; be economical. |
| enigma |
something puzzling, contradictory, or mysterious; something for which a solution cannot be found. |
| gist |
the essential part or idea, as of an argument or written work. |
| impecunious |
lacking funds; penniless. |
| machination |
(usually plural) elaborate or devious schemes. |
| preventable |
having the possibility of being prevented; capable of being stopped or kept from happening. |
| prudent |
showing good judgment and caution; sensible. |
| sojourn |
to live for a short time in a place; stay temporarily. |
| stasis |
the state of equilibrium or balance between opposing forces; motionlessness. |
| tactile |
of, having, or pertaining to the sense of touch. |
| tribulation |
severe suffering or affliction; distress. |
| unchallenged |
not or not having been questioned, disputed, or contested. |
| venturesome |
tending to take risks; brave. |
| whimsical |
characterized by or resulting from a sudden desire or fancy. |