| abridge |
to make shorter. |
| amphitheater |
an oval or round building with seats rising in rows from an open, central area. Amphitheaters are used for sports and other public events. |
| corrugate |
to shape or bend or become shaped or bent into parallel, wavelike ridges and grooves. |
| cosmic |
of or relating to the universe. |
| egotism |
excessive self-promotion; boastfulness or conceitedness. |
| hermetic |
preventing or sealed to prevent the influx or escape of air; airtight. |
| imprecise |
not exact, accurate, or well-defined; vague. |
| incipient |
starting to exist or become apparent; in an early stage of development. |
| incision |
a cut made during surgery. |
| inept |
lacking skill or aptitude; incompetent. |
| inquisitive |
given to asking and inquiring; eager to learn. |
| serenity |
the condition or quality of being untroubled, peaceful, or tranquil. |
| touchstone |
a test or standard by which to evaluate the worth of something. |
| upshot |
the most important issue, result, or conclusion. |
| verisimilitude |
the appearance or semblance of truth or reality. |