| codicil |
an addition or appendix, especially one modifying the terms of a will. |
| commentary |
a series of explanatory or interpretive remarks or comments. |
| concourse |
a large open space, as in a railway station, where many people pass or gather. |
| egotistical |
self-centered or selfish. |
| fledgling |
a young bird that has just grown flight feathers or learned to fly. |
| indictment |
the act of being formally accused of a crime by a grand jury, or the condition of being formally accused of a crime by a grand jury. |
| languish |
to lose strength or energy; weaken. |
| perpendicular |
at a right angle to. |
| piety |
worshipful devotion to and veneration of God or family. |
| potency |
the condition of being strong in effect or powerful. |
| prostrate |
to lie or throw (oneself) flat on the ground, especially face down in an act of humility, worship, or the like. |
| retrospect |
reflection on the past or on past events or achievements. |
| totality |
the state or quality of being total. |
| transgression |
the act or an instance of violating a law, religious commandment, or the like; sin; crime; trespass. |
| wreak |
to carry out or cause. |