| civil |
having to do with citizens or the general population. |
| cleave1 |
to adhere tightly; stick fast (usually followed by "to"). |
| congest |
to fill to excess; overcrowd; clog. |
| dictate |
to state or order with authority. |
| evolve |
to develop gradually; come into being. |
| irrelevant |
not having anything to do with the matter being considered or talked about. |
| neutralize |
to cause to have no effect or become useless. |
| novelty |
the quality of being new or unusual. |
| obligate |
to make someone do something because of a law or moral principle. |
| off-key |
not on the right musical note or pitch; flat or sharp. |
| penal |
of, concerning, or giving out punishment, especially according to law. |
| regime |
a system of rule or government. |
| rustic |
living or happening in the country. |
| trend |
a general course, direction, or tendency. |
| turmoil |
a state of great confusion or anxiety; commotion. |