| abnegation |
the act of relinquishing or abandoning, as a right, role, or good. |
| amalgamate |
to combine or blend into a single unit. |
| ashen1 |
of the color of ashes; very pale. |
| economize |
to spend less money; lower expenses; be economical. |
| hermetic |
preventing or sealed to prevent the influx or escape of air; airtight. |
| implicit |
implied rather than directly stated. |
| ingrate |
an ungrateful person. |
| leer |
to give a sideways or nasty look or smile suggestive of malicious or sexual thoughts. |
| militant |
aggressive or combative in attitude or actions, especially in defense of a cause. |
| mire |
deep, heavy mud or soil. |
| nihilism |
the belief that existence has no meaning or purpose. |
| piquant |
of food, having a deliciously sharp or spicy taste. |
| plethora |
an amount that is more than enough; overabundance. |
| promenade |
a leisurely walk, especially in a public place. |
| vivacious |
full of life and spirit; animated. |