| concordance |
an alphabetical index of all the main words in a book or in the entire work of an author, listing the contexts in which each word occurs and giving page references for each occurrence. |
| defamation |
the act of causing damage to the reputation of a person, group, or institution by making unfavorable and unjust statements. |
| delirium |
a temporary state of mental disturbance sometimes caused by high fever, shock, or intoxication, and characterized by confusion, hallucinations, delusions, disturbed speech, and the like. |
| disposable |
meant to be thrown out after use. |
| elsewhere |
in or to another place. |
| epic |
having to do with a long poem that tells the story of a hero or heroine. |
| hardheaded |
not easily moved, manipulated, or duped; shrewd; pragmatic. |
| hoax |
an act meant to trick or deceive. |
| mourn |
to feel or act very sad because of a death or great loss; grieve. |
| parental |
of or relating to the role of a mother or father. |
| pastor |
a minister or priest in charge of a church or congregation. |
| prime |
first in importance. |
| reinforce |
to add strength to or increase the effect of. |
| subsidize |
to provide financial assistance for; support with money. |
| surplus |
the amount that goes beyond what is needed or required; an extra amount. |