| abasement |
the act of bringing down or the state of being brought down in rank, status, or reputation. |
| buoyancy |
the capacity to float or rise to the top in a liquid or gas. |
| cistern |
a tank or other receptacle for catching and storing water, especially rainwater. |
| condescension |
patronizing, arrogant behavior or attitude. |
| connote |
to suggest or imply (meanings or associations) in addition to the literal meaning. |
| culinary |
of, concerning, or used for cooking. |
| graphic |
of or related to pictures or writing such as photography, painting, and printing. |
| magnate |
someone of exceptional power, wealth, or influence, especially in business. |
| patronize |
to act in an offensively superior manner toward. |
| perdition |
the loss of the soul for eternity; damnation. |
| ratify |
to approve in an official way; confirm. |
| reticent |
reluctant to speak; not given to frequent speech; restrained; shy. |
| sanction |
permission for an action; approval. |
| trepidation |
a condition of anxiety or dread; alarm. |
| vintage |
a class of objects produced during a certain era or year. |