| asterisk |
a sign (*). It is used to show that there is other information on the page that explains the information where the sign is placed. |
| despoil |
to forcefully take belongings or goods from; plunder. |
| disaffection |
an absence or loss of good will, faith, or loyalty, especially toward a government, principle, or the like. |
| discomfit |
to upset or confuse. |
| extempore |
without plan or preparation; impromptu or improvised. |
| impromptu |
without advance plan or preparation; spontaneously. |
| impugn |
to call into question; challenge or try to discredit. |
| laureate |
one honored for achievement in a particular field or by a particular award, especially in the arts or sciences. |
| lorgnette |
eyeglasses, such as opera glasses, that have a short handle by which one holds them in position. |
| nonplus |
to cause (someone) to be unable to think of what to say, do, or decide; perplex; bewilder. |
| ostentation |
a showy display to impress others. |
| recidivism |
chronic return to bad habits, especially criminal relapse. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| sudorific |
causing or increasing sweat, as a medication. |
| trabeated |
using horizontal beams or lintels as supports instead of arches. |