| allusion |
an indirect reference to or mention of something. |
| autocracy |
rule by one person with absolute power; despotism. |
| desecration |
the act of or an instance of violating the sacredness of something. |
| imperturbable |
not easily excited or disturbed; calm. |
| intonation |
the pattern of changes in pitch of the speaking or singing voice. |
| junta |
a small group, often of military officers, acting as the rulers of a nation, especially provisionally after the overthrow of a previous government. |
| juxtapose |
to bring together for the purpose of side-by-side comparison or contrast. |
| petite |
of a girl or woman, short and slender. |
| precipitous |
very steep or sudden; rising or dropping abruptly. |
| protract |
to extend in time; prolong. |
| psychiatrist |
a medical doctor who treats people with mental and emotional illnesses. |
| rambunctious |
wildly or uncontrollably active; difficult to control; boisterous. |
| refute |
to demonstrate the falseness or error of; disprove. |
| revulsion |
violent dislike and disgust; abhorrence; loathing. |
| stymie |
throw an obstacle in the way of (something or someone); impede; thwart. |