| augment |
to make greater in size or amount; increase. |
| calculable |
able to be determined by mathematical computation. |
| clime |
in literary use, a region of the earth, or the typical weather conditions thereof. |
| counterbalance |
to balance or offset with an equal force or influence; counterpoise. |
| criteria |
a set of standards or tests by which to judge or decide something. |
| detriment |
harm, injury, or loss. |
| dilapidated |
fallen into ruin or decay. |
| dissertation |
a formal and usually lengthy exposition in speech or writing, especially a detailed report of research by a candidate for a doctoral degree. |
| glib |
speaking or prone to speak easily and fluently, especially in a careless or thoughtless manner, with little concern for the truth. |
| manifest |
to show plainly; display; demonstrate. |
| migratory |
changing habitat or location periodically, as in response to changes in climate or job opportunities. |
| officiate |
to function as a priest or minister in a religious ceremony. |
| proponent |
one who proposes or favors an idea, doctrine, course of action, or the like. |
| seamy |
disreputable; sordid. |
| sinuous |
having many curves or turns. |