| abate |
to become less in amount or intensity. |
| apogee |
the highest or farthest point. |
| brazen |
shameless; bold. |
| comely |
pleasing in appearance. |
| discourse |
verbal communication; conversation. |
| dissertation |
a formal and usually lengthy exposition in speech or writing, especially a detailed report of research by a candidate for a doctoral degree. |
| expulsion |
an act or instance of forcing out, or the state of being forced out. |
| exuberant |
vigorously enthusiastic or happy; high-spirited. |
| indolent |
inclined to avoid exertion or effort; lazy. |
| languor |
lack of strength or energy; weakness or listlessness. |
| parody |
a humorous imitation in print, music, or performance of a serious person, work of art, or publication. |
| parsimony |
excessive unwillingness to spend money or use resources; stinginess. |
| penurious |
extremely needy or poor; poverty-stricken. |
| scourge |
someone or something that inflicts punishment or causes suffering or destruction. |
| utilitarian |
of, concerning, or aiming at usefulness. |