| authenticate |
to prove the genuineness, reality, or validity of. |
| clarity |
the state or condition of being clear or being understood. |
| composure |
calmness in thinking or acting; self-control. |
| contraption |
(informal) a mechanical device, sometimes of odd design or construction; gadget. |
| decree |
an official order or decision by a ruler or government. |
| despondent |
low in spirits; unhappy, depressed, or dejected. |
| erode |
to wear away or eat into. |
| essence |
that which makes something what it is; central nature. |
| luster |
the shine of a surface that softly reflects light; glow. |
| relish |
a great enjoyment of something. |
| resistant |
capable of opposing or willing to oppose. |
| selfless |
having or showing an unselfish lack of concern for oneself and one's interests. |
| shortage |
an amount that is less than is needed; lack. |
| spawn |
to give rise to or result in; engender. |
| vengeance |
injury or damage done to a person in return for injury or damage inflicted by him or her; retribution. |