| denigrate |
to deny the worth of; sneer at; belittle. |
| emote |
to express or simulate feelings, especially in an exaggerated or theatrical manner. |
| halcyon |
tranquil; peaceful; calm. |
| imbroglio |
a difficult, confused, or complicated situation, often involving a misunderstanding, disagreement, or quarrel. |
| impediment |
an obstacle or hindrance. |
| interdict |
to deter or impede by the steady use of firepower. |
| intersperse |
to place or scatter among other things. |
| jejune |
lacking interest or liveliness; dull. |
| lapidary |
an expert on or dealer in gemstones. |
| limn |
to paint or draw. |
| macrocosm |
a large unit or entity that represents on a large scale one of its smaller components. |
| regicide |
the murderer of a king. |
| remonstrate |
to say in opposition, protest, or objection. |
| reprise |
repetition of a musical phrase or theme in an identical or slightly altered way. |
| seminal |
of critical importance; essential. |