| anathema |
something or someone despised or cursed. |
| aura |
the subtle emanation of a quality or condition of someone or something. |
| equestrian |
of or relating to horseback riding. |
| estrange |
to cause (someone) to change from friendly and sympathetic to hostile or indifferent; alienate. |
| gratis |
without charging money; freely. |
| guise |
external appearance or semblance, especially if deceptive. |
| impale |
to pierce and hold fast with a sharp-pointed instrument such as a spear. |
| indigence |
lack of means to live; poverty. |
| infidel |
one who does not believe in or accept a religious faith, especially that of Christianity or Islam. |
| paean |
a song or hymn sung as an expression of praise. |
| pensive |
thoughtful in a sad or deeply serious way. |
| propitious |
offering favorable circumstances or conditions; opportune; promising. |
| repertoire |
the stock or list of artistic pieces, such as dramatic or operatic roles, that a player or company of players is prepared to perform. |
| retard |
to cause (growth, development, or the like) to be slow or incomplete; stunt. |
| tedium |
the state or condition of being dull, boring, or wearisome; monotony. |