| abrogate |
to abolish, repeal, or nullify by authority. |
| astringent |
a substance or drug that contracts body tissue and slows discharge or secretion. |
| benign |
causing little or no harm. |
| comity |
mutual courtesy and respectful treatment among people or nations. |
| decedent |
in law, one who has died. |
| disingenuous |
not candid or sincere. |
| indomitable |
too strong to be subdued or discouraged; unconquerable. |
| nonplus |
to cause (someone) to be unable to think of what to say, do, or decide; perplex; bewilder. |
| otiose |
having no purpose or use; unnecessary or futile. |
| pelf |
money or wealth, usually regarded with disapproval or contempt. |
| peripatetic |
walking or traveling around; going from place to place; itinerant. |
| pungency |
sharpness or bite in taste or smell. |
| remonstrate |
to say in opposition, protest, or objection. |
| salacious |
excited by lust; lecherous. |
| savor |
to give an impression; hint (usually followed by "of"). |