| aggrandize |
to make, or cause to appear, grander in wealth, stature, power, or influence; exalt. |
| audit |
an often official examination of records or financial accounts to check their accuracy, or the report of such an examination. |
| backfire |
to have results that are the opposite of what one wanted. |
| brandish |
to wave or shake (something such as a weapon) in a threatening or agitated manner. |
| distillation |
the process of heating a substance to produce a vapor, which is then cooled and condensed, in order to purify, concentrate, or extract components from the substance. |
| electorate |
a body of those entitled to participate in an election; qualified voters, as a group. |
| inglorious |
bringing shame or disgrace; shameful; dishonorable. |
| mundane |
of or pertaining to what is common and everyday; ordinary; commonplace. |
| patina |
a greenish, brownish, or reddish crust or film produced by oxidation on the surface of old metals such as bronze and copper. |
| raze |
to knock down or tear down (a structure); level. |
| reassess |
to evaluate again. |
| remunerative |
providing or likely to provide payment or reward; profitable. |
| scintillate |
to send out sparks. |
| stalemate |
any situation in which a further action, offer, or the like is impossible or unlikely; deadlock. |
| stupor |
a state of unconsciousness, insensibility, or torpor. |