| brandish |
to wave or shake (something such as a weapon) in a threatening or agitated manner. |
| catechism |
a summary of the principles of a religion, especially Christianity, in the form of questions and answers. |
| credential |
something that entitles one to confidence, credit, privilege, or authority. |
| desirous |
having a wish or a longing for something. |
| incontrovertible |
not able to be questioned or disputed. |
| insecurity |
the condition or quality of having insufficient protection or not being safe. |
| interim |
the interval of time between two events. |
| maul |
to hurt by beating or through other rough treatment. |
| militant |
aggressive or combative in attitude or actions, especially in defense of a cause. |
| misdemeanor |
in law, a class of illegal act that is less serious than a felony and carries a lighter sentence; minor offense. |
| palatable |
acceptable or pleasing to the sense of taste. |
| protégé |
a person under the care or sponsorship of an influential patron. |
| rarefy |
to make less dense. |
| revivalist |
suited to or aimed at the purpose of bringing back former beliefs, ideas, or practices. |
| solstice |
either of the two times in the year when the sun is furthest from the celestial equator, occurring in June and December. |