| amiable |
having or showing a friendly manner. |
| apparition |
a ghostly image; phantom; specter. |
| arrears |
the state of being delinquent in the payment of financial obligations (usually preceded by "in"). |
| aseptic |
free of bacteria or germs that cause disease or decay. |
| backlash |
a strong reaction against some prior development, especially political or social change. |
| conniption |
(informal) an outburst or fit of anger, hysteria, or the like. |
| conscription |
compulsory enrollment in military service. |
| illicit |
not permitted by custom or law; illegitimate. |
| infraction |
an act or instance of breaking or violating, usually a rule or law; violation or breach. |
| paean |
a song or hymn sung as an expression of praise. |
| reconcile |
to heal differences and restore a good relationship between. |
| reprimand |
a strong, usually formal statement of disapproval; rebuke. |
| reverent |
characterized by, showing, or feeling great respect and awe mingled with love. |
| skeptic |
one who is inclined to question or doubt assertions that are made or accepted by others. |
| umbrage |
a feeling of offense, irritation, or resentment. |