| accretion |
the process of gradual increase or growth, especially by additions from the outside. |
| appellative |
a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible". |
| asceticism |
self-discipline and self-denial as a means of spiritual improvement. |
| atonement |
the act of making reparation for a sin, crime, error, or the like. |
| brash |
rudely self-assertive; bold; impudent. |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
| disheveled |
not neat; messy. |
| euphoria |
a strong feeling of well-being or elation, sometimes unrealistic or unwarranted, and able to be induced by certain drugs. |
| imbricate |
overlapping in an even sequence, as roof tiles or fish scales. |
| perilous |
causing or involving great danger; risky; hazardous. |
| redoubtable |
inspiring fear; formidable. |
| salacious |
excited by lust; lecherous. |
| sere1 |
dried up or withered. |
| shibboleth |
a slogan, phrase, or belief that characterizes or is held devotedly by a group. |
| spurn |
to reject, refuse, or treat with scorn; disdain; despise. |