affidavit |
a written statement that is sworn in the presence of an authorized official to be true, used as legal evidence. |
atonement |
the act of making reparation for a sin, crime, error, or the like. |
attune |
to adjust so as to be harmonious. |
austerity |
a tightened or stringent economy, as when there are high taxes, frozen wages, and shortages of consumer goods. |
beatify |
to admire or exalt as superior. |
conclave |
a secret, private, or confidential meeting or gathering. |
contretemps |
an embarrassing or unfortunate happening; mishap; mischance. |
deign |
to consider some act to be appropriate or in keeping with one's dignity; condescend. |
eulogy |
a spoken or written tribute, especially to honor a dead person; high praise; formal commendation. |
figurehead |
a person whose title sounds important but who has no real power. |
fixation |
an obsession, especially one that interferes with normal functioning. |
indomitable |
too strong to be subdued or discouraged; unconquerable. |
indulgent |
gratifying, or being inclined to gratify or yield to others' wishes, especially rather than enforcing discipline or strictness. |
jubilate |
to feel joyful; rejoice; exult. |
laureate |
one honored for achievement in a particular field or by a particular award, especially in the arts or sciences. |