diverge |
to extend or move away in different directions from a common point. |
enclave |
a small territory or country mostly or completely surrounded by another. |
epigram |
a short, pithy, often paradoxical sentence. |
linear |
having to do with a line; straight. |
reputable |
known to be held in esteem; respected. |
rescind |
to take back or make invalid; revoke. |
resplendent |
full of splendor; radiant; shining. |
revitalize |
to bring new life to. |
scapegoat |
one made to bear the blame for the wrongs of others. |
sedative |
causing tranquillity or calmness. |
sensory |
of or pertaining to hearing, seeing, smelling, tasting, or touching. |
simile |
a figure of speech in which two different things are compared by using the words "like" or "as." "March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb" is an example of a simile. |
spendthrift |
one who is extravagant or wasteful with money; squanderer. |
squabble |
to quarrel over trivial matters; bicker. |
succor |
help or relief given in time of need. |