| amortize |
to deduct (expenditures) by fixed amounts over a period of time. |
| atavism |
the recurrence or reappearance of a particular trait, style, attitude, or behavior that seemed to have disappeared, or that which has recurred or reappeared after such an absence. |
| coalesce |
to grow together or unite to form a single body or organization; unify; fuse. |
| comity |
mutual courtesy and respectful treatment among people or nations. |
| delectation |
enjoyment; delight; pleasure. |
| emote |
to express or simulate feelings, especially in an exaggerated or theatrical manner. |
| epistolary |
established or continued through letters. |
| feckless |
weak or incompetent; ineffective. |
| idiosyncrasy |
a characteristic of temperament, habit, or physical structure particular to a given individual or group; peculiarity. |
| immiscible |
not able to be mixed or blended. |
| insipid |
having a bland or uninteresting flavor; tasteless. |
| misanthrope |
someone who hates or distrusts humanity. |
| paroxysm |
a sudden strong outburst of feelings or actions. |
| profligate |
totally given over to immoral and shameful pursuits; dissolute. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |