| absolve |
to free from consequences, blame, or guilt. |
| annul |
to make nonexistent or ineffective; cancel. |
| delicacy |
something delightful or rare, especially food. |
| disputation |
the act or process of arguing or debating a topic. |
| embalm |
to treat (a corpse) with preservatives before burial. |
| idealist |
a person with high or noble principles, goals, or codes of action. |
| maritime |
of or relating to sea ships or navigation of the sea. |
| monologue |
a long speech or reading given by a single speaker. |
| observable |
able to be seen; visible. |
| patronage |
the financial or other support given to a business establishment by its customers or clients. |
| pivotal |
critically important or crucial; on which something is contingent. |
| raiment |
clothing; dress; apparel. |
| senile |
showing certain characteristics of old age, especially a deterioration of mental faculties or emotional control. |
| staunch2 |
unwaveringly firm or loyal. |
| urbane |
refined in manner; polished; elegant. |