| belated |
too late; tardy. |
| capitulate |
to surrender or acquiesce. |
| clairvoyant |
possessing the ability to see or know things that are beyond the five senses. |
| commentary |
a series of explanatory or interpretive remarks or comments. |
| deficit |
The amount by which something is less than what is needed. A deficit of money is caused by spending more than has been taken in. |
| echelon |
a level of authority or rank, as in an organization. |
| exorbitant |
exceeding the bounds of what is reasonable, fair, or proper; immoderate. |
| iridescent |
emitting or reflecting a lustrous play of colors covering the spectrum, like a rainbow. |
| labyrinthine |
complex and intricate to the point of being puzzling. |
| monolithic |
large, unyielding, and without diversity. |
| nurture |
to care for and encourage the growth and development of (a living thing). |
| sacrosanct |
so important or revered as to be beyond any alteration or criticism. |
| shroud |
to screen or conceal. |
| sinuous |
having many curves or turns. |
| stature |
relative status as measured by skill or achievement; reputation. |