| adjoin |
to be next to; border on. |
| allusive |
abounding in or characterized by indirect references to culture, history, or other works of art, which are to be recognized or understood by the audience. |
| attrition |
a gradual erosion of strength or morale. |
| dormer |
a window set vertically into a projecting structure on a sloping roof. |
| epoch |
an important period in human history. |
| faction |
a group or party within, and often at odds with, a larger organization. |
| iterate |
to say or do again or repeatedly. |
| nominal |
in name alone. |
| openhanded |
tending to give to others; generous. |
| substantive |
of or pertaining to the fundamental nature or concerns of something; essential. |
| tactile |
of, having, or pertaining to the sense of touch. |
| temerity |
reckless or foolish boldness; rash disregard of danger. |
| unpalatable |
not acceptable or pleasing to the sense of taste. |
| volition |
the act of willing, deciding, or choosing. |