| arbitration |
the consideration and decision of an issue or dispute by someone who has the official authority to decide such matters. |
| cadaver |
a dead body, especially one used for medical research or instruction. |
| catechism |
a summary of the principles of a religion, especially Christianity, in the form of questions and answers. |
| decrepit |
in poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out. |
| explicate |
to make clear or explain completely. |
| fallacious |
based on unsound logic; in error; illogical. |
| frugality |
prudent or sparing use of resources, especially money. |
| haggle |
to bargain or argue over petty differences in price, terms, or point of view. |
| indispose |
to cause unwillingness or disinclination in; make averse. |
| laity |
the body of members of a religious group who are not part of the clergy. |
| multifaceted |
having several aspects or stages; complex or various. |
| obtuse |
not keen or quick to notice, feel, or comprehend; dull or insensitive. |
| paradox |
a statement that contradicts or seems to contradict itself, yet often expresses a truth, such as "Less is more". |
| proscribe |
to make illegal or prohibit. |
| sear1 |
to burn or scorch the outside of. |