| castigate |
to punish or rebuke, as with severe public criticism; chastise. |
| demolition |
the act or an instance of destroying, especially by means of explosives. |
| depict |
to show, describe, or portray in a painting, sculpture, or written work. |
| dovetail |
to fit together precisely or harmoniously. |
| embody |
to put in a form that can be seen; make real. |
| fervent |
having or expressing warmth, depth, or intensity of feeling. |
| infallible |
incapable of error. |
| luxuriant |
growing thickly and in great numbers; lush. |
| notoriety |
the condition or quality of being widely known or spoken of, especially for something that is not good. |
| ponderous |
heavily labored and dull. |
| provincial |
limited in outlook; narrow-minded. |
| ratify |
to approve in an official way; confirm. |
| surmount |
to get over or past; overcome; conquer. |
| venturesome |
tending to take risks; brave. |
| wan |
very pale. |