| avuncular |
of, concerning, or like an uncle; kind; benevolent. |
| cacophonous |
characterized by a discordant, sometimes unpleasant, mixture of sounds. |
| congruity |
the state or fact of being similar in character or degree;correspondence or fit. |
| constraint |
a state of confinement or restraint. |
| discontinuance |
the act of stopping or condition of being stopped; interruption. |
| flamboyant |
exceptionally showy or dashing in one's speech, manner, or appearance. |
| imbue |
to inspire or permeate, as with an idea or emotion; deeply influence. |
| inquisition |
an official inquiry, especially for the purpose of enforcing political, social, or religious conformity. |
| malignant |
meant to cause harm; evil. |
| migratory |
changing habitat or location periodically, as in response to changes in climate or job opportunities. |
| paragon |
a model of excellence or of a particular admirable quality. |
| provocation |
the act of inciting or challenging another to react. |
| shackle |
a metal band or one of a pair of metal rings used to bind the wrist or ankle of a prisoner or animal. |
| subpoena |
in law, a formal written order summoning a witness to give testimony or requiring that specified evidence be submitted. |
| superfluous |
being beyond a sufficient amount; excessive. |