| confound |
to perplex or bewilder; confuse. |
| distend |
to swell or cause to swell from, or as if from, internal pressure; balloon. |
| minuscule |
so small as to be almost negligible; tiny. |
| paragon |
a model of excellence or of a particular admirable quality. |
| perceptual |
of, relating to, or involving perception. |
| pertinent |
having to do with or connected to a subject; relevant. |
| pervade |
to spread or be present everywhere in. |
| shackle |
a metal band or one of a pair of metal rings used to bind the wrist or ankle of a prisoner or animal. |
| skeptic |
one who is inclined to question or doubt assertions that are made or accepted by others. |
| supplant |
to replace (someone or something) especially by dishonest or forceful means. |
| taint |
to slightly corrupt or pollute. |
| titanic |
having enormous size, strength, or power; colossal; huge. |
| untimely |
not occurring at a convenient or appropriate time; poorly timed. |
| verisimilitude |
the appearance or semblance of truth or reality. |
| wholehearted |
without reservation; sincere and enthusiastic. |