| analogous |
similar or corresponding in some particular manner. |
| audit |
an often official examination of records or financial accounts to check their accuracy, or the report of such an examination. |
| befall |
to happen to. |
| depose |
to deprive of rank or office, especially from an important position such as that of king. |
| deride |
to ridicule or treat with scornful mockery. |
| dross |
anything that is worthless or useless; rubbish. |
| fraternal |
of, related to, or like a brother or brothers. |
| hypocrite |
a person who pretends to be different or better than he or she really is. Someone who does not act according to his or her stated beliefs is a hypocrite. |
| intrepid |
feeling or showing no fear; courageous; bold. |
| iota |
an extremely small amount. |
| monologue |
a long speech or reading given by a single speaker. |
| nonpartisan |
not influenced or determined by the policies or interests of a political party. |
| populous |
having a large population. |
| resonance |
ability to make a strong or lasting effect, especially because of an emotional association. |
| serendipity |
lucky coincidence or accidental discovery of something pleasant or valuable. |