| acrimony |
bitterness or sharpness in speech or behavior. |
| acumen |
superior insight; quickness and shrewdness of judgment, especially in practical matters. |
| commandeer |
to force (a civilian) into, or seize (goods) for, the military. |
| creditor |
someone to whom money is owed. |
| diaphanous |
of fabric or the like, almost transparent; sheer; filmy; delicate. |
| disquiet |
lack of mental calm or peace; anxiety; uneasiness. |
| engross |
to take all the attention of; interest fully. |
| hallowed |
considered sacred; venerated. |
| inveterate |
persisting in a habit, action, feeling, or the like. |
| levity |
a lack of seriousness; light, humorous, or foolish behavior or attitude. |
| preeminent |
surpassing others in importance and prominence; foremost. |
| qualm |
a feeling of guilt or doubt. |
| quiescent |
in a state of inaction or rest; dormant. |
| succulent |
full of juice or sap; juicy. |
| synoptic |
forming a summary or overview. |