| allusion |
an indirect reference to or mention of something. |
| gradation |
a gradual almost imperceptible change, especially from one tone or texture to another. |
| hone |
to make more effective or adept; perfect. |
| incongruous |
not suitable or fitting; out of place. |
| increment |
a rise or addition in number or value, often small. |
| inexcusable |
unable to be justified; unpardonable. |
| nominal |
in name alone. |
| peccadillo |
a minor sin or offense, or a slight fault. |
| profusion |
an abundant supply or display. |
| rebate |
a part of a payment that is returned. |
| sedate |
composed and dignified. |
| tithe |
an amount of money, produce, or goods equal in value to a tenth of one's income, given or paid as a contribution or tax, especially to a church. |
| torrid |
parched or scorched by the sun, as a geographic area. |
| ulterior |
beyond or excluded from what is openly admitted or shown, especially when concealed for the purposes of deception. |
| voracious |
consuming large quantities of food with greed or great desire; ravenous. |