| attrition |
a gradual erosion of strength or morale. |
| collusion |
action undertaken in secret partnership or collaboration, usually for illicit purposes. |
| contraband |
goods banned by law from being imported or exported. |
| copious |
abundant in number or quantity; plentiful. |
| echelon |
a level of authority or rank, as in an organization. |
| frugal |
small in amount or cost; meager. |
| induce |
to persuade or influence, as to a course of action. |
| malice |
the wish to harm others; ill will. |
| omnipotent |
possessing infinite power; all-powerful. |
| recumbent |
lying down; reclining. |
| resplendent |
full of splendor; radiant; shining. |
| surreptitious |
made, performed, or achieved by stealth or in secret. |
| touchstone |
a test or standard by which to evaluate the worth of something. |
| unseemly |
not in accord with accepted social standards; improper; indecorous. |
| vogue |
a popular fashion or style. |