| bulwark |
a wall or wall-like structure, often made of earth and used for defense; rampart. |
| castigation |
the act of rebuking, severely criticizing, or punishing, especially in a public forum. |
| clemency |
the inclination to be merciful or forgiving; leniency. |
| gubernatorial |
of or pertaining to the office of governor or to a governor. |
| impending |
about to occur or appear. |
| infernal |
of or pertaining to hell or the world of the dead. |
| particularity |
precise or detailed character. |
| perverse |
stubbornly opposed to what is expected or requested of one, or marked by or inclined toward such an attitude. |
| primacy |
the state of being first, earliest, most essential, or most important. |
| retaliate |
to strike back; take revenge. |
| revere |
to respect or admire greatly. |
| sally |
a sudden forward attack or rush from a defensive position by a military force. |
| unguided |
without someone to lead or escort. |
| untimely |
not occurring at a convenient or appropriate time; poorly timed. |
| waiver |
the intentional relinquishing of a right, claim, or privilege, or a suspension of an existing rule or policy. |