| allegory |
in art or literature, the use of concrete characters, events, or things, to represent abstract qualities or ideas, often to make a point about good and evil. |
| annul |
to make nonexistent or ineffective; cancel. |
| aural2 |
of or relating to the ear or hearing. |
| clique |
a small, often aggressively exclusive group of friends or associates. |
| cogitate |
to think over something carefully or at length. |
| congruity |
the state or fact of being similar in character or degree;correspondence or fit. |
| depreciate |
to lower the cost or value of, especially of property for tax purposes, or of money. |
| genteel |
displaying traits such as refinement and politeness that are traditionally associated with wealth and education. |
| immutable |
not subject to change; unchanging or unchangeable. |
| impeach |
to accuse a person in public office of wrong or improper conduct. |
| laborious |
requiring considerable effort or perseverance. |
| lummox |
(informal) someone who is especially clumsy, slow, and unintelligent. |
| respite |
a period of rest, especially from something difficult or unpleasant. |
| scuttle2 |
to move or run as if in a hurry; scurry. |
| vigil |
a watch or period of surveillance, especially one kept during normal sleeping hours. |