| ashen1 |
of the color of ashes; very pale. |
| cosmic |
of or relating to the universe. |
| eddy |
to move or turn in circles or eddies. |
| indict |
to formally accuse (someone) of a crime in a court of law after studying evidence. |
| infringe |
to cross established limits; encroach; trespass (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| intrepid |
feeling or showing no fear; courageous; bold. |
| jurisdiction |
the right or authority to interpret and administer the law. |
| monologue |
a long speech or reading given by a single speaker. |
| precept |
a basic rule, principle, or directive that guides action, moral conduct, or thought. |
| presumptive |
affording a reasonable basis for belief. |
| primeval |
of or suggestive of the first age or ages. |
| prohibitive |
serving as a preventative. |
| quip |
a short, humorous, clever, and often sarcastic utterance. |
| rivulet |
a tiny stream or brook; trickle. |
| rostrum |
a raised platform or dais for public speaking. |