| abrade |
to rub away by friction; erode. |
| arbitration |
the consideration and decision of an issue or dispute by someone who has the official authority to decide such matters. |
| biennial |
happening every second year. |
| deleterious |
harmful or injurious, as to health. |
| discourse |
verbal communication; conversation. |
| felon1 |
a person who has committed a serious crime, such as murder, rape, or burglary, as opposed to a misdemeanor. |
| figment |
something imaginary or invented. |
| foreseeable |
capable of being anticipated or predicted. |
| guise |
external appearance or semblance, especially if deceptive. |
| impede |
to slow or block the movement or progress of; hinder. |
| loquacity |
the quality or an instance of talking a great deal or excessively; talkativeness. |
| panacea |
a remedy or solution for all diseases, ills, or difficulties; cure-all. |
| portal |
a doorway or entrance, especially a large and imposing one. |
| statute |
a law made by a legislature, as opposed to one established by the courts. |
| umbrage |
a feeling of offense, irritation, or resentment. |