| discretion |
the freedom or authority to use one's own judgment. |
| egotist |
a conceited person; braggart. |
| elitist |
believing in, supporting, or promoting the superiority of a select or privileged group. |
| euphony |
a pleasing, harmonious quality of sounds, especially words. |
| frolicsome |
full of high spirits, gaiety, or merriment; playful. |
| ignominious |
characterized by or associated with disgrace, dishonor, or shame; humiliating. |
| magnitude |
size or extent. |
| overture |
an opening move to begin something. |
| palpitate |
of the heart, to pulsate rapidly; flutter; quiver. |
| parley |
a discussion, especially between opponents or enemies, as to establish terms of truce. |
| resuscitate |
to bring back to life or consciousness; revive. |
| self-determination |
the ability or freedom of a people to decide their own form of government. |
| tirade |
a long, forceful, or angry speech, often critical or denunciatory in nature; harangue. |
| travail |
strenuous and often painful or exhausting work; toil. |
| witticism |
a clever, often perceptive joke, insult, or saying. |