| abscond |
to leave suddenly and secretly, especially to avoid observation or capture. |
| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| annals |
a chronological record of events, usually year by year. |
| cogent |
convincing, or compelling by virtue of a strong argument or clear presentation. |
| connoisseur |
a person with the experience, expertise, and sense of appreciation to make informed judgments in a fine art or in matters of taste. |
| hone |
to make more effective or adept; perfect. |
| mortify |
to subject (someone) to extreme embarrassment, shame, or humiliation. |
| peccadillo |
a minor sin or offense, or a slight fault. |
| personify |
to be a perfect or typical example of; embody. |
| philanthropy |
collective efforts made to do good for others, especially in the form of making monetary donations or engaging in charitable works. |
| ramshackle |
poorly constructed or in disrepair; rickety. |
| resilience |
the ability to resume shape after being pressed or stretched. |
| spurious |
not genuine, authentic, or valid; false. |
| trite |
ineffective or stale because of frequent repetition; commonplace; hackneyed. |
| viscid |
of a gluelike consistency. |