| connotation |
a secondary meaning or implication of a word or expression, in addition to its primary meaning. |
| conservatism |
a general preference for the traditional; disinclination to change. |
| convoke |
to summon to an assembly; marshal. |
| cubicle |
any very small room or partitioned space, as in an office or dormitory. |
| diaphanous |
of fabric or the like, almost transparent; sheer; filmy; delicate. |
| electrify |
to shock, startle, or excite. |
| fidelity |
loyalty or faithfulness to obligations, promises, or those to whom one has made a commitment. |
| hew |
to follow or obey strictly. |
| illustrious |
highly renowned; celebrated; glorious. |
| immobility |
the state or condition of not moving or being motionless. |
| maul |
to hurt by beating or through other rough treatment. |
| pernicious |
having a very harmful or fatal effect; injurious, deadly, or destructive. |
| spate |
a sudden rush, outpouring, or flood. |
| spellbind |
to hold fascinated, as by magicl; enchant. |
| supersede |
to take over the position or influence of; replace. |