| conniption |
(informal) an outburst or fit of anger, hysteria, or the like. |
| dissuade |
to urge or convince not to do something. |
| ephemeral |
lasting for only a short period. |
| extradition |
the legal transfer of a fugitive from one state or jurisdiction to another where he or she is to be tried or imprisoned. |
| impale |
to pierce and hold fast with a sharp-pointed instrument such as a spear. |
| infinitesimal |
of a thing or quantity, too small to be measured or calculated. |
| largess |
liberality in giving, especially money, and often with an implication of the giver's superiority. |
| militant |
aggressive or combative in attitude or actions, especially in defense of a cause. |
| mystical |
spiritually powerful, significant, or symbolic. |
| obituary |
a printed announcement of a person's death, usually including a brief biography and information about funeral arrangements. |
| reciprocity |
a mutual interchange of privileges or favors between two nations, groups, or institutions. |
| reconcile |
to heal differences and restore a good relationship between. |
| reimburse |
to pay back for (expenses or losses incurred). |
| respite |
a period of rest, especially from something difficult or unpleasant. |
| vanguard |
the leading or foremost position or part of a movement or force; forefront. |