| aftermath |
the result or consequence of an event. |
| ashen1 |
of the color of ashes; very pale. |
| choleric |
having a quick temper; easily angered. |
| collusion |
action undertaken in secret partnership or collaboration, usually for illicit purposes. |
| confluence |
a joining of two or more streams, or their point of junction. |
| desecration |
the act of or an instance of violating the sacredness of something. |
| digress |
to stray from the main topic; ramble. |
| encumber |
to hinder the normal progress, performance, or use of. |
| faction |
a group or party within, and often at odds with, a larger organization. |
| incontrovertible |
not able to be questioned or disputed. |
| perjury |
the crime of telling a lie in a court after promising under oath to tell the truth. |
| prototype |
an original model on which later stages or forms are based or developed. |
| punctilious |
strictly adhering to etiquette or formalities. |
| recipient |
one who accepts something that has been sent or given, or one who has been awarded something. |
| stint |
to refrain from spending; to be sparing or frugal. |