| arrears |
the state of being delinquent in the payment of financial obligations (usually preceded by "in"). |
| bauble |
a showy or gaudy trinket or ornament of little value. |
| caprice |
a sudden, impulsive change of mind or direction, or an unpredictable action. |
| decrepit |
in poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out. |
| energize |
to inspire, make active, or enliven. |
| feasible |
capable of being done, carried out, or brought about; likely to succeed. |
| gibe |
a mocking or derisive comment. |
| intrinsic |
being essential to or of the nature of a thing; inherent. |
| invective |
strongly abusive or denunciatory speech or language. |
| misdemeanor |
in law, a class of illegal act that is less serious than a felony and carries a lighter sentence; minor offense. |
| possessive |
having a strong desire to own and keep things. |
| rhetoric |
the art, ability, or study of using language effectively in speech or writing, especially to influence or persuade one's audience. |
| roil |
to disturb or anger; agitate. |
| surmount |
to get over or past; overcome; conquer. |
| ultimatum |
a final statement of demands, especially when issued with a threat of action if rejected, as in a diplomatic discussion. |