| accrue |
to grow or accumulate over time, especially as something of benefit. |
| annals |
a chronological record of events, usually year by year. |
| conjecture |
the making of a guess or inference, especially with little evidence. |
| dexterity |
grace and easy quickness in using the hands or body; skill. |
| emboss |
to decorate the surface of with a raised design. |
| fitful |
occurring at irregular intervals. |
| hitherto |
until this time; previously. |
| optic |
of or concerning the eye or the sense of sight. |
| parley |
a discussion, especially between opponents or enemies, as to establish terms of truce. |
| pertinent |
having to do with or connected to a subject; relevant. |
| retentive |
having the ability to remember. |
| revel |
to feel great pleasure; rejoice (usually followed by "in"). |
| sheaf |
a bound bundle of cut grain. |
| tirade |
a long, forceful, or angry speech, often critical or denunciatory in nature; harangue. |
| witticism |
a clever, often perceptive joke, insult, or saying. |