| abhorrence |
a feeling of complete loathing, repulsion, or horror. |
| craven |
shamefully timid or afraid; cowardly. |
| edict |
an order or decree proclaimed by a ruler or other of high authority. |
| fissure |
a narrow crevice or other opening, especially one caused by splitting. |
| fulcrum |
that which other things are contingent upon or built around; a pivotal point or agent. |
| ignominy |
the condition of being in disgrace or dishonor; humiliation. |
| inimical |
having or tending to have a bad effect; harmful or adverse. |
| intonation |
the pattern of changes in pitch of the speaking or singing voice. |
| prodigal |
imprudent and excessive in spending; extravagant. |
| punctilious |
strictly adhering to etiquette or formalities. |
| revivalist |
suited to or aimed at the purpose of bringing back former beliefs, ideas, or practices. |
| risqué |
very close to indecency or indelicacy; sexually suggestive; racy. |
| rue1 |
to regret, repent of, or feel sorry about. |
| taint |
to slightly corrupt or pollute. |