| abrogate |
to abolish, repeal, or nullify by authority. |
| adulteration |
the act or process of making worse or impure by adding unnecessary or inferior ingredients. |
| apropos |
appropriate; relevant; opportune. |
| bilge |
the rounded part of a ship's hull between the bottom and the sides. |
| dearth |
a shortage or scarcity of something; lack. |
| debauch |
to lead or seduce into immorality or intemperance; corrupt. |
| élan |
enthusiasm or vigor. |
| facetious |
not serious; humorous or frivolous. |
| festoon |
a decorative chain or strip of ribbons, flowers, leaves, or the like, suspended at the ends and hung in a curve. |
| hirsute |
covered with hair or stiff hairs; hairy or shaggy. |
| incumbent |
currently holding an office or position. |
| indurate |
to make hard in texture; harden. |
| malingerer |
one who pretends to be ill or injured, especially in order to avoid work or duty. |
| redoubtable |
inspiring fear; formidable. |
| sotto voce |
in a low voice or undertone, so as not to be overheard; softly (often used as a musical direction). |