altruism |
unselfish concern for the well-being of others. |
chagrin |
embarrassment or humiliation arising from disappointment or failure. |
circumstantial |
relevant but not essential; incidental. |
conscript |
a military recruit summoned by draft; draftee. |
disband |
of an organized group, to break up or disperse. |
filch |
to steal (usually something of slight value) in a sly manner; pilfer. |
gibe |
a mocking or derisive comment. |
hydraulic |
of, concerning, operated by, or moved by water or another liquid under pressure. |
impasse |
a situation that allows no escape or solution; stalemate. |
impending |
about to occur or appear. |
inverse |
opposite or reversed in position, order, direction, nature, or effect. |
militant |
aggressive or combative in attitude or actions, especially in defense of a cause. |
penchant |
a strong liking for or inclination towards something. |
senile |
showing certain characteristics of old age, especially a deterioration of mental faculties or emotional control. |
uncouth |
lacking manners or refinement; rude, vulgar, or gauche. |