| accolade |
an expression or mark of approval; honor; award. |
| calculable |
able to be determined by mathematical computation. |
| clemency |
the inclination to be merciful or forgiving; leniency. |
| cognate |
having a common origin, as languages. |
| collusion |
action undertaken in secret partnership or collaboration, usually for illicit purposes. |
| dissolution |
the annulment or severance of a bond or tie, especially a formal or contractual connection. |
| exigent |
requiring immediate attention; urgent or critical. |
| machination |
(usually plural) elaborate or devious schemes. |
| patina |
a greenish, brownish, or reddish crust or film produced by oxidation on the surface of old metals such as bronze and copper. |
| qualm |
a feeling of guilt or doubt. |
| rancor |
bitter, continuing resentment; hatred. |
| ruse |
a trick, pretense, or diversion intended to deceive or mislead. |
| scuttle2 |
to move or run as if in a hurry; scurry. |
| sensual |
related to or providing pleasure from the ways humans perceive stimuli, such as through touch, taste, or smell. |
| stigma |
a long-lasting mark or stain on one's character or reputation, especially of disgrace or reproach. |