| abash |
to cause to feel embarrassed, uneasy, or ashamed. |
| amortize |
to deduct (expenditures) by fixed amounts over a period of time. |
| appellative |
a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible". |
| bereft |
deprived or stripped of something. |
| blithe |
indifferent or casual; unconcerned. |
| delectation |
enjoyment; delight; pleasure. |
| determinism |
the belief or teaching that every effect, including human thoughts and actions, is completely and predictably brought about by preceding causes and that, therefore, free will does not exist. |
| ersatz |
serving as a substitute, especially when of inferior quality. |
| glut |
a greater supply or amount than is needed. |
| granulate |
to make into small particles or grains. |
| libertine |
acting without restraint; dissolute; amoral. |
| malfeasance |
an illegal act or wrongdoing, especially by a public official. |
| mésalliance |
marriage with someone of lower social standing than oneself. |
| otiose |
having no purpose or use; unnecessary or futile. |
| scabrous |
characterized by a rough or scaly surface, as the leaf of a plant. |