| abrogate |
to abolish, repeal, or nullify by authority. |
| bellicose |
easily incited to quarrel or fight; belligerent. |
| blithe |
indifferent or casual; unconcerned. |
| brash |
rudely self-assertive; bold; impudent. |
| delectation |
enjoyment; delight; pleasure. |
| equivocal |
having at least two plausible alternative meanings, often intentionally so in order to deceive or avoid commitment; ambiguous. |
| extenuate |
to reduce the magnitude or seriousness of (a fault or offense) by offering partial excuses. |
| frangible |
easy to break; breakable; fragile. |
| fungible |
interchangeable. |
| heinous |
extremely wicked or despicable; atrocious. |
| indemnity |
insurance against damage, loss, or liability. |
| indomitable |
too strong to be subdued or discouraged; unconquerable. |
| recidivism |
chronic return to bad habits, especially criminal relapse. |
| repose2 |
to put or place (confidence, hope, or the like) in someone or something. |
| shyster |
a person, usually a lawyer, who uses underhanded, unethical methods. |