| avocation |
a secondary occupation, usually one pursued for recreation; hobby. |
| capitulate |
to surrender or acquiesce. |
| cathartic |
of or pertaining to a cleansing emotional release. |
| dirge |
a song or hymn for a funeral or memorial for the dead. |
| fledgling |
a young bird that has just grown flight feathers or learned to fly. |
| longevity |
long life. |
| misguide |
to misdirect or lead astray. |
| natal |
of or concerning one's birth. |
| panacea |
a remedy or solution for all diseases, ills, or difficulties; cure-all. |
| pirouette |
a ballet movement involving a rapid rotation of the body upon the toes or foot. |
| remonstrance |
the act or an instance of protesting or objecting. |
| repertoire |
the stock or list of artistic pieces, such as dramatic or operatic roles, that a player or company of players is prepared to perform. |
| secretive |
tending to secrecy. |
| troublesome |
causing anxiety, worry, or bother. |
| winsome |
attractive or charming. |