| arbiter |
someone who has the authority to decide an issue or settle a dispute. |
| ashen1 |
of the color of ashes; very pale. |
| compulsive |
driven by an obsession or compulsion. |
| conscript |
a military recruit summoned by draft; draftee. |
| discordant |
in conflict or disagreement. |
| enigmatic |
puzzling, mysterious, or inexplicable. |
| gnarl |
to knot or twist. |
| inane |
devoid of meaning or substance; nonsensical. |
| magnate |
someone of exceptional power, wealth, or influence, especially in business. |
| quip |
a short, humorous, clever, and often sarcastic utterance. |
| retinue |
a group of attendants or other employees who accompany a prominent person. |
| submissive |
inclined or obliged to submit; unresisting; obedient; docile. |
| succor |
help or relief given in time of need. |
| swathe |
to wrap up, enfold, or bind, especially with a wrapping material or bands. |
| virile |
having the qualities of a man; characteristically masculine. |