| annexation |
the act of taking and adding (territory) to one's own territory. |
| autocracy |
rule by one person with absolute power; despotism. |
| disconsolate |
hopelessly unhappy; dejected. |
| frugality |
prudent or sparing use of resources, especially money. |
| gusto |
vigorous or hearty enjoyment or appreciation. |
| indisposed |
slightly and temporarily ill, as with indigestion or a cold. |
| insubstantial |
lacking firmness or solidity; slight. |
| quorum |
the number of members that an organization's rules require to attend a meeting in order for voting or other business to take place. |
| repartee |
a quick, clever reply; witty retort. |
| reticent |
reluctant to speak; not given to frequent speech; restrained; shy. |
| revelry |
noisy merrymaking. |
| spate |
a sudden rush, outpouring, or flood. |
| stagnate |
to be or become motionless, fouled, or lacking in energy, originality, or development. |
| superfluous |
being beyond a sufficient amount; excessive. |
| verity |
the quality or condition of being true or real. |