| abridgment |
the process or an instance of making shorter or condensing. |
| chasten |
to awaken conscience or bring about moral improvement through suffering, discipline, or punishment. |
| electrify |
to shock, startle, or excite. |
| hegemony |
predominance of one country or social group over others by virtue of leadership or influence. |
| infidel |
one who does not believe in or accept a religious faith, especially that of Christianity or Islam. |
| inoffensive |
having no insulting or harmful qualities; innocuous. |
| mainstay |
the main support of something. |
| multifaceted |
having several aspects or stages; complex or various. |
| sagacity |
the quality of having keen judgment and common sense; wisdom. |
| skiff |
a small, light boat that may have sails but can be rowed by one oarsman. |
| subvert |
to overthrow or destroy, or cause the destruction of (an established authority, especially a national government). |
| tawdry |
falsely showy; cheap and gaudy. |
| tenure |
the period of holding or possessing something. |
| uncouth |
lacking manners or refinement; rude, vulgar, or gauche. |
| viscous |
having an adhesive, gluey consistency that resists flow. |