| bulwark |
a wall or wall-like structure, often made of earth and used for defense; rampart. |
| conclusive |
serving to reach a final answer or decision, or to settle. |
| copious |
abundant in number or quantity; plentiful. |
| elixir |
a sweetened, aromatic solution of alcohol and water used as a vehicle for medicines. |
| fatalism |
a belief or doctrine that the events of life are predetermined and cannot be altered by human free will. |
| fissure |
a narrow crevice or other opening, especially one caused by splitting. |
| intrepid |
feeling or showing no fear; courageous; bold. |
| invoice |
a detailed statement of goods sold or shipped or of services provided, including their prices or charges. |
| missive |
a message in writing; letter. |
| postulate |
to assert as something true, especially as a basis for reasoning. |
| progression |
the act of moving forward or onward. |
| promulgate |
to explain or give instruction in (a doctrine) in public; advocate. |
| redouble |
to make twice as great; renew more vigorously; intensify. |
| resplendent |
full of splendor; radiant; shining. |
| revert |
to return to a previous state, practice, belief, or the like. |