| allusion |
an indirect reference to or mention of something. |
| bulwark |
a wall or wall-like structure, often made of earth and used for defense; rampart. |
| captivate |
to charm or fascinate, as by beauty or wit; enthrall. |
| chattel |
any article of property not attached to lands or buildings; movable property. |
| devious |
not the straightest, most direct way; winding; roundabout. |
| discrete |
separate and distinct. |
| felon1 |
a person who has committed a serious crime, such as murder, rape, or burglary, as opposed to a misdemeanor. |
| indefatigable |
persisting tirelessly; untiring. |
| irreparable |
impossible to repair, restore, or rectify. |
| loquacious |
given to talking much or excessively; garrulous. |
| penurious |
extremely needy or poor; poverty-stricken. |
| pivotal |
critically important or crucial; on which something is contingent. |
| precipice |
a steep cliff. |
| reciprocate |
to give (feelings or things) in return. |
| succulent |
full of juice or sap; juicy. |