| bawdy |
coarsely or indecently humorous; risqué. |
| dissertation |
a formal and usually lengthy exposition in speech or writing, especially a detailed report of research by a candidate for a doctoral degree. |
| dole |
to deal out or distribute (food, money, or the like) in small amounts to needy people (usually followed by "out"). |
| exodus |
the leaving of large numbers of people. |
| felon1 |
a person who has committed a serious crime, such as murder, rape, or burglary, as opposed to a misdemeanor. |
| garner |
to accumulate, acquire, or receive in abundance. |
| hitherto |
until this time; previously. |
| licentious |
not within the bounds of morality or propriety, especially with regard to sexual conduct; immoral; lewd. |
| manifesto |
a public statement of principles and intentions, usually by an organized political group or person. |
| opportune |
favorable or suitable, especially in relation to time. |
| proficient |
adept or skilled, usually as a result of study or practice. |
| quiescent |
in a state of inaction or rest; dormant. |
| stratify |
to assign categories or create divisions within (a society) according to a hierarchy of social or economic classes. |
| veritable |
true; authentic; real. |
| witticism |
a clever, often perceptive joke, insult, or saying. |