| antiquate |
to make obsolete or old-fashioned. |
| aural2 |
of or relating to the ear or hearing. |
| distill |
to subject (a substance) to heat to the point of vaporization, and then to cooling to produce condensation. |
| drivel |
foolish or silly speech or ideas. |
| ecclesiastical |
of or related to the church and clergy. |
| esoteric |
understood or known only by a few persons who have special training, access, or interests. |
| hew |
to follow or obey strictly. |
| occult |
of, pertaining to, or with the aid of the supernatural. |
| paragon |
a model of excellence or of a particular admirable quality. |
| pragmatic |
concerned with actual causes and effects rather than abstract theories or ideas; practical. |
| respite |
a period of rest, especially from something difficult or unpleasant. |
| reticent |
reluctant to speak; not given to frequent speech; restrained; shy. |
| stalwart |
steady and loyal; reliable. |
| stratum |
a level in a social hierarchy. |
| tumult |
the noise and commotion of a large crowd; uproar. |