| academic |
having to do with a school. |
| amnesty |
a general pardon given by a government, especially for political offenses. |
| curator |
one who oversees the activities and tends the collections of a museum, library, or the like. |
| drab |
not bright; dull. |
| element |
a part of any whole. |
| extremist |
a person who takes a radical stand and encourages radical action or thinking, especially in politics. |
| formulation |
the process or result of clear, methodical development or articulation. |
| frustration |
an angry or impatient feeling caused by failing or being hindered in one's attempts to do something. |
| kink |
a tight curl or twist. |
| lubricate |
to coat or supply with grease, oil, or another slippery substance. |
| minimal |
of, pertaining to, or being the smallest or least possible in quantity, degree, or size. |
| onset |
the early stage; beginning. |
| polar |
of or having to do with the North Pole or South Pole of the earth. |
| quirky |
characterized by oddities or peculiarities. |
| scandal |
a reported behavior or event that is illegal or considered morally wrong and which causes strongly negative public reaction. |