| adjoin |
to be next to; border on. |
| atrophy |
a gradual wasting away of a body part, especially from insufficient use or nourishment. |
| brazen |
shameless; bold. |
| cerebral |
characterized by intellect or reason. |
| dysfunctional |
of a relationship, family, or social group, not working normally or in a way beneficial to all. |
| erudition |
a high level of scholarly knowledge; learnedness. |
| expendable |
considered able to be replaced, given up, or sacrificed. |
| filial |
of, concerning, or befitting a daughter or son. |
| guise |
external appearance or semblance, especially if deceptive. |
| haggard |
having a very tired, worried, or wasted look. |
| immobile |
standing or holding still; not moving; motionless. |
| inestimable |
of value or worth that cannot be measured; invaluable. |
| mellifluous |
flowing and sweet, as though with honey. |
| paean |
a song or hymn sung as an expression of praise. |
| salutary |
having or intended to have a beneficial effect. |