| adversity |
a condition of trouble or difficulty. |
| compulsion |
coercion or constraint; act of using force to bring about another's action. |
| effigy |
a likeness of a person, usually sculpted, as on a tomb. |
| egotistical |
self-centered or selfish. |
| hitherto |
until this time; previously. |
| indiscriminate |
lacking in judgment and discernment; making no distinctions. |
| inexhaustible |
unable to be used up; endless. |
| liability |
the condition of or potential for being held responsible. |
| multiplicity |
a large number; abundance. |
| parry |
to deflect or knock aside (a blow or stroke), as with one's weapon in fencing. |
| propensity |
a natural or inborn tendency, aptitude, or preference (often followed by an infinitive or "for"). |
| quiescent |
in a state of inaction or rest; dormant. |
| restitution |
the payment of money in order to compensate for damage, loss, or injury. |
| seamy |
disreputable; sordid. |
| veritable |
true; authentic; real. |