| antecedent |
an event, circumstance, or thing coming before another. |
| backlash |
a strong reaction against some prior development, especially political or social change. |
| bane |
something or someone that causes ruin or great trouble. |
| depreciate |
to lower the cost or value of, especially of property for tax purposes, or of money. |
| intrusion |
the act of entering or thrusting oneself in when not invited or welcomed. |
| irreparable |
impossible to repair, restore, or rectify. |
| kinetic |
of, concerning, or caused by motion. |
| misdeed |
an unacceptable, evil, or illegal act. |
| officiate |
to function as a priest or minister in a religious ceremony. |
| partake |
to take part; participate (usually followed by "in"). |
| protean |
easily changing form or character; variable or versatile. |
| reaffirm |
to verify by asserting again. |
| reimburse |
to pay back for (expenses or losses incurred). |
| revivalist |
suited to or aimed at the purpose of bringing back former beliefs, ideas, or practices. |
| solvent |
having enough funds to meet obligations. |