| absolutist |
of or relating to government by total, unrestrained power. |
| camaraderie |
friendship, good humor, and closeness among a group. |
| desirous |
having a wish or a longing for something. |
| emancipate |
to free from slavery or other control. |
| engulf |
to cover entirely, as if by a flood. |
| insuperable |
not able to be conquered or overcome. |
| lustrous |
shining; glossy; bright. |
| offhand |
done without thinking or preparing ahead of time. |
| pellucid |
extremely clear in meaning. |
| revere |
to respect or admire greatly. |
| revivalist |
suited to or aimed at the purpose of bringing back former beliefs, ideas, or practices. |
| rile |
to make angry; irritate or annoy. |
| tenable |
able to be upheld, affirmed, supported, or defended; logical. |
| tincture |
an alcohol solution containing a medicinal substance. |
| vociferous |
crying out, especially in protest; vocal; clamorous. |