allure |
to attract strongly by appealing to people's inner wishes; tempt. |
arrears |
the state of being delinquent in the payment of financial obligations (usually preceded by "in"). |
capacious |
able to contain a large amount; roomy. |
curriculum |
the courses offered at a school or in a particular area of study. |
demoralize |
to weaken or destroy the confidence, courage, spirit, or morale of. |
differentiate |
to distinguish between or among. |
ductile |
able to withstand stress without breaking, as in drawing out into wire or pounding thin. |
impeccable |
flawless or blameless; perfect. |
loquacious |
given to talking much or excessively; garrulous. |
novice |
a person with little or no experience at a particular job or activity. |
obituary |
a printed announcement of a person's death, usually including a brief biography and information about funeral arrangements. |
persevere |
to continue steadfastly in a task or course of action or hold steadfastly to a belief or commitment, especially when met with opposition or difficulties; persist. |
repertoire |
the stock or list of artistic pieces, such as dramatic or operatic roles, that a player or company of players is prepared to perform. |
retinue |
a group of attendants or other employees who accompany a prominent person. |
venerable |
deserving honor, respect, or reverence because of advanced age, noble character, or dignified position. |