| atavism |
the recurrence or reappearance of a particular trait, style, attitude, or behavior that seemed to have disappeared, or that which has recurred or reappeared after such an absence. |
| atonement |
the act of making reparation for a sin, crime, error, or the like. |
| austere |
having only what is needed; very simple or plain. |
| Byzantine |
characterized by complexity and intrigue. |
| cognomen |
a last name; surname. |
| delectation |
enjoyment; delight; pleasure. |
| effete |
marked by excessive refinement or delicateness of taste. |
| erratic |
not expected or predicted; not regular. |
| flak |
(informal) irritating opposition, criticism, or dissent. |
| forswear |
to give up or renounce, often with an oath or pledge. |
| hagiography |
an admiring and uncritical biography of anyone. |
| iatrogenic |
caused by a physician or medical treatment, especially from drugs or surgery. |
| maunder |
to speak in an aimless or foolish way; babble. |
| mendicant |
living on charity; begging. |
| repose2 |
to put or place (confidence, hope, or the like) in someone or something. |