| accrue |
to grow or accumulate over time, especially as something of benefit. |
| dysfunctional |
of a relationship, family, or social group, not working normally or in a way beneficial to all. |
| hegemony |
predominance of one country or social group over others by virtue of leadership or influence. |
| immobility |
the state or condition of not moving or being motionless. |
| knave |
an unscrupulous person; evildoer. |
| nuptial |
of or relating to a wedding ceremony or to marriage. |
| observable |
able to be seen; visible. |
| premeditate |
to consider, plan, or arrange in advance. |
| proclivity |
a natural tendency or inclination; propensity or predisposition. |
| propitiate |
to overcome the disfavor or distrust of; conciliate; appease. |
| prude |
someone who is extremely or overly concerned with modesty or proper conduct, speech, dress, or the like. |
| sheathe |
to put in a tight, protective case. |
| squalid |
dirty or foul, as from neglect. |
| sublime |
exalted or noble; lofty. |
| turbulence |
commotion, violent disorder, or unrest. |