| cogitate |
to think over something carefully or at length. |
| commensurate |
of equal measure, as extent or duration. |
| counterfeiter |
one who makes fraudulent imitations or copies, especially of money. |
| culmination |
the highest point; zenith; climax. |
| dalliance |
a wasting away of time; loitering; dawdling. |
| dictum |
a formal or official pronouncement or declaration. |
| partisan |
devoted to or favoring a particular cause, group, political party, or the like. |
| punctilious |
strictly adhering to etiquette or formalities. |
| redouble |
to make twice as great; renew more vigorously; intensify. |
| repulsion |
extreme distaste, disgust, or aversion. |
| reputable |
known to be held in esteem; respected. |
| short-term |
covering, lasting, or completed in a short period. |
| submissive |
inclined or obliged to submit; unresisting; obedient; docile. |
| ungainly |
lacking gracefulness or ease of movement; clumsy; awkward. |
| wanton |
lacking restraint in the pursuit of sexual pleasure. |