| discretion |
the freedom or authority to use one's own judgment. |
| enigma |
something puzzling, contradictory, or mysterious; something for which a solution cannot be found. |
| gainsay |
to deny or contradict. |
| intolerant |
not able or not willing to accept different opinions, beliefs, customs, or people; not tolerant. |
| linear |
having to do with a line; straight. |
| mentor |
someone who plays an important role in another person's life as a guide and teacher. |
| nullify |
to cause to have no value or consequence. |
| pirouette |
a ballet movement involving a rapid rotation of the body upon the toes or foot. |
| problematic |
presenting difficulties or causing doubt; questionable. |
| provocation |
the act of inciting or challenging another to react. |
| revile |
to speak about or speak to with hostile insults; disparage or abuse. |
| revue |
a form of entertainment consisting of a series of songs, comic routines, and dances, often as parodies of current affairs and people. |
| sultry |
uncomfortably hot and humid. |
| tenable |
able to be upheld, affirmed, supported, or defended; logical. |
| valediction |
a farewell speech, especially one given by a student of the highest honors at a graduation ceremony. |