| amplitude |
the state or quality of being ample; largeness. |
| buxom |
of a woman, having a full figure and healthy appearance. |
| castigate |
to punish or rebuke, as with severe public criticism; chastise. |
| caucus |
a private meeting of leaders of a political party to choose candidates or determine policy, or such a group itself. |
| counterpoint |
a method of composing or arranging music in which diverse but harmonious melodies are played at the same time. |
| depose |
to deprive of rank or office, especially from an important position such as that of king. |
| dissuade |
to urge or convince not to do something. |
| endorse |
to give support to; approve of. |
| equilibrium |
a state of balance between two or more forces. |
| gradation |
a gradual almost imperceptible change, especially from one tone or texture to another. |
| lackluster |
without brilliance or vitality; dull. |
| menagerie |
a collection of usually wild or exotic animals, or the place where they are exhibited. |
| migratory |
changing habitat or location periodically, as in response to changes in climate or job opportunities. |
| misapprehension |
a failure to understand. |
| salubrious |
favorable to good health; healthy; wholesome. |