| apparition |
a ghostly image; phantom; specter. |
| betroth |
to pledge or give in marriage. |
| constituent |
forming a part of something. |
| decelerate |
to lower the speed of; decrease in velocity; slow down. |
| equestrian |
of or relating to horseback riding. |
| flail |
to cause to move wildly. |
| focal |
of or relating to focus. |
| inexplicable |
unable to be explained or interpreted. |
| lenient |
not strict with rules; tolerant. |
| nonconformity |
refusal or failure to adjust one's behavior and actions to accord or comply with societal customs, values, or the like. |
| piety |
worshipful devotion to and veneration of God or family. |
| pragmatic |
concerned with actual causes and effects rather than abstract theories or ideas; practical. |
| renovate |
to put in good condition by repairing, remodeling, or the like; refurbish. |
| supercilious |
showing an arrogant disregard, as a look, manner, or person. |
| wheedle |
to try to persuade or influence by coaxing or flattery; cajole. |