| amicable |
characterized by good will; friendly. |
| auxiliary |
serving as an extra means of support; additional. |
| cavil |
to make petty criticisms or objections; carp (usually followed by "at" or "about"). |
| counterpoint |
a method of composing or arranging music in which diverse but harmonious melodies are played at the same time. |
| designate |
to choose for a particular job or purpose. |
| expeditious |
prompt and efficient. |
| increment |
a rise or addition in number or value, often small. |
| instrumental |
serving as an agent or partial cause. |
| martinet |
a person who enforces very strict discipline, especially in the military. |
| mortify |
to subject (someone) to extreme embarrassment, shame, or humiliation. |
| pall1 |
an atmosphere of gloom or despair. |
| pirouette |
a ballet movement involving a rapid rotation of the body upon the toes or foot. |
| recurrence |
an act or instance of happening or appearing again or repeatedly. |
| refractory |
obstinately disobedient; difficult to control, as a child or animal. |
| venial |
able to be excused, pardoned, or forgiven, as a minor error, offense, or sin. (Cf. mortal.) |