| abject |
of the lowest or most wretched kind. |
| circuitous |
having or taking a long and winding course or procedure; roundabout; indirect. |
| connote |
to suggest or imply (meanings or associations) in addition to the literal meaning. |
| disquiet |
lack of mental calm or peace; anxiety; uneasiness. |
| epoch |
an important period in human history. |
| exhume |
to dig out, especially from a grave; disinter. |
| flamboyant |
exceptionally showy or dashing in one's speech, manner, or appearance. |
| imperil |
to put at risk; endanger. |
| impetus |
something that urges or impels; a driving force. |
| languish |
to lose strength or energy; weaken. |
| ludicrous |
worthy of mockery; laughable and ridiculous. |
| receptive |
open and willing to accommodate new thoughts and ideas. |
| retrograde |
moving or tending to move in a backward direction; retreating. |
| revue |
a form of entertainment consisting of a series of songs, comic routines, and dances, often as parodies of current affairs and people. |
| succinct |
briefly but clearly stated; concise. |