| backfire |
to have results that are the opposite of what one wanted. |
| communal |
of or belong to members of a group; public; collective. |
| contemptible |
deserving of scorn or moral disgust; disgraceful; dishonorable. |
| derange |
to cause to be mentally ill. |
| financier |
a person skilled in or occupied in financial operations, usually on a large scale. |
| gusto |
vigorous or hearty enjoyment or appreciation. |
| infraction |
an act or instance of breaking or violating, usually a rule or law; violation or breach. |
| itinerary |
a detailed plan of travel. |
| malediction |
the expression of a wish that evil or harm come to someone; curse. |
| mausoleum |
a large, elaborate tomb, or the structure that houses such a tomb. |
| mundane |
of or pertaining to what is common and everyday; ordinary; commonplace. |
| parable |
a very short story told to teach a moral or religious lesson. |
| potentate |
a person of great power, such as a ruler. |
| propaganda |
information or opinions that are made public to promote or attack a movement, cause, or person. |
| rejuvenate |
to restore the vigor, health, or appearance of youth to. |