| abrogate |
to abolish, repeal, or nullify by authority. |
| appellation |
a name, title, or other designation. |
| distraught |
mentally or emotionally unbalanced; crazed. |
| duress |
intimidation or coercion. |
| epicene |
sharing the traits of both sexes. |
| expound |
to discuss or explain in detail (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| flak |
(informal) irritating opposition, criticism, or dissent. |
| gossamer |
delicately fine, gauzelike, or filmy. |
| homily |
any discourse offering moral advice or admonitions. |
| impromptu |
without advance plan or preparation; spontaneously. |
| jeremiad |
a long complaint about life or one's situation; lamentation. |
| lapidary |
an expert on or dealer in gemstones. |
| macrocosm |
a large unit or entity that represents on a large scale one of its smaller components. |
| penumbra |
an indefinite, borderline area. |
| remonstrate |
to say in opposition, protest, or objection. |