| apex |
the highest point; tip. |
| coherent |
lumping, holding, or sticking together. |
| comparative |
measured or estimated by comparison; relative. |
| girth |
the length around something. |
| glacial |
of, concerning, coming from, or marked by the presence of glaciers or other large ice masses. |
| invigorate |
to fill with energy, strength, or life. |
| lethal |
intended to cause or capable of causing death or extreme harm; deadly. |
| memoir |
an account of facts or events based primarily on the author's personal experience. |
| plebeian |
in ancient Roman society, of or belonging to the class of commoners; not patrician. |
| propensity |
a natural or inborn tendency, aptitude, or preference (often followed by an infinitive or "for"). |
| reassess |
to evaluate again. |
| reprieve |
to release (someone) temporarily or permanently from planned or impending punishment, pain, or difficulty. |
| singe |
to burn slightly on the surface, end, or edge. |
| stockpile |
a supply of items accumulated and maintained for future use. |
| uncharacteristic |
not typical of a particular person, group, or thing, and therefore notable. |