| backwater |
any place that is seen as primitive, unchanging, or stagnant. |
| brusque |
impolitely abrupt in speech or actions; curt. |
| dignitary |
one who holds a high office or rank. |
| digress |
to stray from the main topic; ramble. |
| dormer |
a window set vertically into a projecting structure on a sloping roof. |
| enormity |
the quality of surpassing moral limits; offensive or disgraceful character. |
| expedient |
suitable or advantageous for the purpose or in the circumstances. |
| fledgling |
a young bird that has just grown flight feathers or learned to fly. |
| grandiose |
pretentious or pompous. |
| incisive |
marked by clear, penetrating thought; sharp. |
| maritime |
of or relating to sea ships or navigation of the sea. |
| mettle |
toughness of character; courage. |
| noteworthy |
deserving attention; remarkable. |
| recourse |
that which may be turned to for assistance, protection, or a way out of a difficult situation. |
| solicitous |
anxiously or tenderly concerned or attentive (usually followed by about, of, or for.) |