| commentary |
a series of explanatory or interpretive remarks or comments. |
| contentious |
inclined to argue; quarrelsome; belligerent. |
| detonate |
to explode or cause to explode. |
| dignitary |
one who holds a high office or rank. |
| elliptical |
tending toward or characterized by an economy of expression that creates ambiguity or obscurity, often purposefully. |
| equilibrium |
a state of balance between two or more forces. |
| euphony |
a pleasing, harmonious quality of sounds, especially words. |
| larceny |
the stealing of another's personal property; theft. |
| loner |
one who stays by himself or herself much of the time, especially by choice or inclination. |
| precipice |
a steep cliff. |
| recalcitrant |
stubbornly disobedient; refractory. |
| reclaim |
to recover the use of (land areas) by draining, hydrating, or otherwise reconditioning so that the land can be used for agriculture or other purposes. |
| sally |
a sudden forward attack or rush from a defensive position by a military force. |
| sedate |
composed and dignified. |
| vie |
to compete with another for victory, superiority, or the like (usually followed by "for"). |