| attrition |
a gradual erosion of strength or morale. |
| blasphemy |
disrespect or irreverence toward something considered sacred or inviolable, especially God. |
| egoism |
the tendency to evaluate everything in relation to one's own interests; self-centeredness. |
| encampment |
a place where a rough, temporary living area has been set up. |
| extradition |
the legal transfer of a fugitive from one state or jurisdiction to another where he or she is to be tried or imprisoned. |
| gibberish |
written or spoken words that are unintelligible, needlessly obscure, or without coherent meaning. |
| impetus |
something that urges or impels; a driving force. |
| propitious |
offering favorable circumstances or conditions; opportune; promising. |
| redress |
compensation or reparation; amends. |
| repress |
to restrain or prevent the expression of (feelings, utterances, or the like). |
| reproof |
an act or statement of disapproval. |
| ruffian |
one who is tough and violent; bully; thug. |
| succulent |
full of juice or sap; juicy. |
| suppress |
to stop the activities or progress of, especially by force. |
| temerity |
reckless or foolish boldness; rash disregard of danger. |