| allusion |
an indirect reference to or mention of something. |
| contemptuous |
feeling or expressing angry disgust, as at something unworthy or wicked; scornful. |
| devotee |
an eager or serious follower or enthusiast. |
| entrench |
to establish firmly and unchangeably. |
| execrable |
of very poor quality; extremely inferior. |
| fickle |
quickly changing without reason or warning, especially in affection or allegiance; variable or capricious. |
| morbid |
in an unhealthy, gloomy mental state; preoccupied with sickness, abnormality, or death. |
| perceptual |
of, relating to, or involving perception. |
| rediscover |
to begin experiencing again; find again; regain. |
| respite |
a period of rest, especially from something difficult or unpleasant. |
| resurrect |
to restore to life or good standing; raise out of death or disrepute. |
| ruse |
a trick, pretense, or diversion intended to deceive or mislead. |
| trenchant |
incisive or penetrating, as perception or wit. |
| unworldly |
lacking sophistication; naive; provincial. |
| venerable |
deserving honor, respect, or reverence because of advanced age, noble character, or dignified position. |