| amplitude |
the state or quality of being ample; largeness. |
| cohort |
(often derogatory) a friend or associate. |
| discretion |
the freedom or authority to use one's own judgment. |
| dross |
anything that is worthless or useless; rubbish. |
| embody |
to put in a form that can be seen; make real. |
| incision |
a cut made during surgery. |
| magnanimity |
generosity or willingness to forgive. |
| misinterpret |
to comprehend incorrectly; misunderstand. |
| overbear |
to dominate or overwhelm; prevail over. |
| paragon |
a model of excellence or of a particular admirable quality. |
| portend |
to serve as a sign or warning of; bode. |
| temperament |
the manner of thinking, feeling, and acting that is characteristic of a particular person or animal. |
| unpalatable |
not acceptable or pleasing to the sense of taste. |
| uproarious |
causing loud or uncontrollable laughter; hilarious. |
| valediction |
a farewell speech, especially one given by a student of the highest honors at a graduation ceremony. |