| chasm |
a deep crack in the earth's surface. |
| cosmopolitan |
of, drawn from, or common to all the world or all the peoples of the world. |
| discrete |
separate and distinct. |
| edict |
an order or decree proclaimed by a ruler or other of high authority. |
| exhume |
to dig out, especially from a grave; disinter. |
| finicky |
exceptionally fussy or hard to satisfy. |
| hubris |
the pride associated with arrogance; pride considered as sin. |
| impassive |
not having, showing, or responding to emotion; unfeeling, expressionless, or insensitive. |
| inordinate |
beyond the bounds of reason; excessive. |
| libel |
in law, written or printed matter that is false, damages a person's reputation or material well-being, and arises from malice or extreme negligence. |
| mote |
a fine particle of dust; speck. |
| outstrip |
to exceed or surpass. |
| overweening |
particularly forward, vain, and self-promoting. |
| supplant |
to replace (someone or something) especially by dishonest or forceful means. |
| ungainly |
lacking gracefulness or ease of movement; clumsy; awkward. |