| affix |
to attach or join physically (usually used with "to"). |
| cavil |
to make petty criticisms or objections; carp (usually followed by "at" or "about"). |
| despot |
a ruler who has complete power and authority. |
| fledgling |
a young bird that has just grown flight feathers or learned to fly. |
| incongruity |
the condition of being inappropriate or inconsistent. |
| indolent |
inclined to avoid exertion or effort; lazy. |
| magnanimity |
generosity or willingness to forgive. |
| parameter |
any of a set of specifications or limits, the value or variations of which determine the form or behavior of something. |
| placate |
to calm down and make less angry, especially by appeasement; conciliate; pacify. |
| possessive |
having a strong desire to own and keep things. |
| rejoinder |
a response to a reply; retort. |
| restitution |
the payment of money in order to compensate for damage, loss, or injury. |
| rivulet |
a tiny stream or brook; trickle. |
| turbulence |
commotion, violent disorder, or unrest. |
| waiver |
the intentional relinquishing of a right, claim, or privilege, or a suspension of an existing rule or policy. |