| cadaverous |
of or resembling a corpse; pale and thin or emaciated. |
| cessation |
a pausing or stopping; discontinuance. |
| cistern |
a tank or other receptacle for catching and storing water, especially rainwater. |
| elixir |
a sweetened, aromatic solution of alcohol and water used as a vehicle for medicines. |
| gnarl |
to knot or twist. |
| orifice |
an opening, such as a vent, mouth, or hole, through which something can pass. |
| pallid |
pale or whitened; lacking color. |
| parry |
to deflect or knock aside (a blow or stroke), as with one's weapon in fencing. |
| pathological |
afflicted with or caused by a physical or especially a mental disorder. |
| patron |
a regular customer of a shop, restaurant, or some other business. |
| perpendicular |
at a right angle to. |
| seedy |
unkempt or shabby. |
| traduce |
to make malicious or false statements about; slander. |
| ultimatum |
a final statement of demands, especially when issued with a threat of action if rejected, as in a diplomatic discussion. |
| venerable |
deserving honor, respect, or reverence because of advanced age, noble character, or dignified position. |