| aberration |
a deviation from what is considered normal or right; irregularity. |
| abrogate |
to abolish, repeal, or nullify by authority. |
| attenuate |
to cause to be thin, rarefied, or fine. |
| daunt |
to lessen the determination of; intimidate; discourage. |
| desideratum |
something that is needed or wanted. |
| eruct |
to belch forth. |
| expatiate |
to discuss something at great length; describe in great detail. |
| flout |
to show scorn or contempt for, especially by openly or deliberately disobeying. |
| germane |
having relevance to a given matter; pertinent; significant. |
| hirsute |
covered with hair or stiff hairs; hairy or shaggy. |
| impediment |
an obstacle or hindrance. |
| ineluctable |
impossible to be avoided; inescapable. |
| magnum opus |
a great work of art, literature, or music, especially a particular person's masterpiece. |
| modular |
designed with standardized units that may be arranged or connected in a variety of ways. |
| sotto voce |
in a low voice or undertone, so as not to be overheard; softly (often used as a musical direction). |