annals |
a chronological record of events, usually year by year. |
annexation |
the act of taking and adding (territory) to one's own territory. |
anonymous |
having an unknown name or identity. |
bauble |
a showy or gaudy trinket or ornament of little value. |
convulsion |
a violent, involuntary contraction of the muscles. |
deducible |
able to be concluded or inferred from certain facts or principles. |
defray |
to pay or assist in the payment of (costs or the like). |
irascible |
easily angered or irritated; short-tempered. |
propensity |
a natural or inborn tendency, aptitude, or preference (often followed by an infinitive or "for"). |
prowess |
great skill or talent; superior ability. |
quiescent |
in a state of inaction or rest; dormant. |
semblance |
outward form; appearance. |
spar2 |
to make boxing movements without hitting hard, as for practice or in fun. |
stipulate |
to specify or arrange as a condition of an agreement. |
wend |
to go along or proceed on (one's way). |