| anomalous |
differing from the norm, standard, or common type or rule; abnormal. |
| apogee |
the highest or farthest point. |
| conformist |
one who tends to act in accordance or compliance with established standards or norms. |
| ecclesiastical |
of or related to the church and clergy. |
| emend |
to correct or improve (written text), especially by removing errors; edit. |
| finite |
limited in number, quantity, or duration; capable of being measured. (Cf. infinite.) |
| fulcrum |
that which other things are contingent upon or built around; a pivotal point or agent. |
| gradation |
a gradual almost imperceptible change, especially from one tone or texture to another. |
| ineffectual |
incapable of acting effectively. |
| meditative |
disposed to, marked by, or indicating contemplation or reflection; deeply thoughtful. |
| multifarious |
of or having a great variety of parts, forms, or kinds; many and varied. |
| notation |
a system of signs used to stand for numbers, words, or musical notes. |
| stipend |
any periodic payment of money, such as a salary or allowance. |
| temperamental |
changeable as to mood, nature, operability, or the like; unpredictable. |
| vagrant |
one who lacks a permanent home and wanders from place to place; nomad; tramp. |