| accolade |
an expression or mark of approval; honor; award. |
| adversity |
a condition of trouble or difficulty. |
| codicil |
an addition or appendix, especially one modifying the terms of a will. |
| dogged |
persistent or stubborn. |
| fetid |
having a foul odor; stinking. |
| hallowed |
considered sacred; venerated. |
| hitherto |
until this time; previously. |
| inelegant |
without taste, grace, or refinement. |
| jargon |
special words or language used by a particular group or to describe a particular interest. |
| magnanimous |
having or showing a generous, forgiving, or noble nature. |
| presage |
to be a sign or warning of; portend or foretell. |
| prudery |
the state, quality, or characteristic of being overly concerned with modest or proper conduct, speech, dress, or the like. |
| quintessence |
that which most perfectly describes or typifies something; essence. |
| sprightly |
lively, spirited, or energetic. |
| uncontrolled |
acting or continuing, or allowed to act or continue, without constraint, regulation, or opposition. |