| abstraction |
the act of removing or separating. |
| affix |
to attach or join physically (usually used with "to"). |
| anomalous |
differing from the norm, standard, or common type or rule; abnormal. |
| apostate |
a person who abandons his or her religious faith, principles, cause, or the like. |
| buxom |
of a woman, having a full figure and healthy appearance. |
| dignitary |
one who holds a high office or rank. |
| enmity |
the mutual feeling of enemies toward each other; hatred; hostility; antagonism. |
| evenhanded |
fair and impartial in the treatment of others; equitable. |
| incision |
a cut made during surgery. |
| inviolable |
absolutely not to be breached, dishonored or profaned. |
| maladjustment |
an inability to bring one's own needs into harmony with the demands of the external environment. |
| poseur |
one who adopts an affected attitude or manner in order to impress others. |
| predecessor |
a person who holds a position or job before another person. |
| puerile |
immature or silly; childish. |
| trepidation |
a condition of anxiety or dread; alarm. |