| cathartic |
of or pertaining to a cleansing emotional release. |
| decrepit |
in poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out. |
| distill |
to subject (a substance) to heat to the point of vaporization, and then to cooling to produce condensation. |
| efficacy |
the ability to produce desired results; effectiveness. |
| fraternal |
of, related to, or like a brother or brothers. |
| genteel |
displaying traits such as refinement and politeness that are traditionally associated with wealth and education. |
| incognito |
in disguise; under a false identity. |
| indecisive |
not definite or conclusive. |
| intonation |
the pattern of changes in pitch of the speaking or singing voice. |
| itinerary |
a detailed plan of travel. |
| meander |
to wind back and forth. |
| panacea |
a remedy or solution for all diseases, ills, or difficulties; cure-all. |
| petulant |
showing or inclined to show sudden or unreasonable irritation, impatience, or ill temper; peevish or sulky. |
| solicitous |
anxiously or tenderly concerned or attentive (usually followed by about, of, or for.) |
| specious |
apparently true, genuine, or plausible, but actually worthless, as an argument or evidence. |