| abrogate |
to abolish, repeal, or nullify by authority. |
| apprise |
to inform (often followed by "of"). |
| attune |
to adjust so as to be harmonious. |
| coalesce |
to grow together or unite to form a single body or organization; unify; fuse. |
| conduction |
the transmission or transfer, as of heat, electrical charges, or nervous impulses, through a medium. |
| debauch |
to lead or seduce into immorality or intemperance; corrupt. |
| disquisition |
a formal, often lengthy, oral or written discussion of a subject. |
| emote |
to express or simulate feelings, especially in an exaggerated or theatrical manner. |
| glut |
a greater supply or amount than is needed. |
| impugn |
to call into question; challenge or try to discredit. |
| laconic |
using very few words; succinct; terse. |
| limn |
to paint or draw. |
| pedantic |
making or characterized by an excessive display of learnedness, or overly insistent on scholarly details and formalities. |
| sequester |
to remove into protection and isolation; seclude. |
| virago |
a shrewish, domineering woman; nag or scold. |