| carnal |
of or pertaining to the flesh or body, especially sexual appetites and activities. |
| conservatism |
a general preference for the traditional; disinclination to change. |
| deleterious |
harmful or injurious, as to health. |
| extradition |
the legal transfer of a fugitive from one state or jurisdiction to another where he or she is to be tried or imprisoned. |
| forbearance |
the act or capability of refraining or holding back. |
| fraternal |
of, related to, or like a brother or brothers. |
| hegemony |
predominance of one country or social group over others by virtue of leadership or influence. |
| impenetrable |
impossible to enter; impervious. |
| lithe |
characterized by light, graceful, flexible movements. |
| meander |
to wind back and forth. |
| mentor |
someone who plays an important role in another person's life as a guide and teacher. |
| mercurial |
volatile in temper; changeable; fickle. |
| pliable |
easily bent; flexible; malleable. |
| squalid |
dirty or foul, as from neglect. |
| subsidiary |
assisting or supplementing. |