| caprice |
a sudden, impulsive change of mind or direction, or an unpredictable action. |
| catechism |
a summary of the principles of a religion, especially Christianity, in the form of questions and answers. |
| demur |
to object or indicate opposition to something. |
| insidious |
dangerous through cunning, subtlety, and underhandedness. |
| mimicry |
an act, instance, or the art of imitating or copying the speech, behavior, or expressions of others. |
| odoriferous |
having or spreading a scent, especially a pleasant or fragrant one. |
| overture |
an opening move to begin something. |
| podium |
a raised platform, as for a speaker or orchestra conductor; dais. |
| premeditate |
to consider, plan, or arrange in advance. |
| prodigious |
inspiring wonder and admiration; marvelous. |
| recluse |
a person who lives in voluntary isolation from others. |
| reparation |
the act or process of making amends for wrongdoing or injury. |
| stymie |
throw an obstacle in the way of (something or someone); impede; thwart. |
| ungainly |
lacking gracefulness or ease of movement; clumsy; awkward. |
| venial |
able to be excused, pardoned, or forgiven, as a minor error, offense, or sin. (Cf. mortal.) |