| allegation |
an assertion made in the absence of positive proof. |
| alloy |
a substance made by mixing two or more metals or a metal and another substance. |
| amendment |
an official change made to a bill, law, or other document. |
| aspiration |
a goal, aim, or ambition. |
| constitutional |
having to do with a constitution. |
| countenance |
facial expression or general appearance. |
| distribution |
the act of giving out items or portions. |
| dither |
to hesitate nervously or vacillate; be irresolute. |
| flux |
a state of continuous change or movement. |
| garrison |
a military force that is located in a fort, village, or similar place. |
| grate1 |
a frame of crossed or parallel metal bars used as a covering or guard over an opening. |
| malicious |
having or reflecting a wish to harm. |
| swindle |
to cheat out of money or property. |
| tarry1 |
to delay or postpone starting or acting; linger. |
| unify |
to make into a single unit or thing; bring together; unite. |