| amortize |
to deduct (expenditures) by fixed amounts over a period of time. |
| bilge |
the rounded part of a ship's hull between the bottom and the sides. |
| cognomen |
a last name; surname. |
| corporeal |
having to do with a physical body; bodily. |
| dearth |
a shortage or scarcity of something; lack. |
| duress |
intimidation or coercion. |
| expostulate |
to argue earnestly with someone, usually against an intended action; remonstrate. |
| flak |
(informal) irritating opposition, criticism, or dissent. |
| incursion |
a raid or sudden invasion. |
| insouciant |
having no cares or anxieties; light-hearted; carefree. |
| limn |
to paint or draw. |
| paroxysm |
a sudden strong outburst of feelings or actions. |
| peripatetic |
walking or traveling around; going from place to place; itinerant. |
| reprise |
repetition of a musical phrase or theme in an identical or slightly altered way. |
| sagacious |
possessing or characterized by good judgment and common sense; wise. |