| alchemy |
an ancient exploration and practice of chemistry which flourished particularly during medieval times. Practitioners used chemical processes in the hope of, for example, producing gold from base metals, finding the key to eternal life, and uncovering a single cure for all disease. |
| authoritative |
accepted as correct and true; reliable as a source of information because said or written by an expert or authority. |
| consultation |
a meeting for the purpose of exchanging ideas and opinions or for giving or receiving advice. |
| distinctive |
serving to set apart or mark as distinct or unusual. |
| fabulous |
almost impossible to believe; amazing. |
| haphazard |
having no order; without aim or purpose. |
| hoax |
an act meant to trick or deceive. |
| inadequate |
not enough; not good enough. |
| jocular |
intended to be humorous; facetious. |
| malicious |
having or reflecting a wish to harm. |
| martial |
having to do with war or military activities. |
| notch |
(informal) a little bit. |
| obligate |
to make someone do something because of a law or moral principle. |
| suitable |
right for the situation or purpose; fitting. |
| tantalize |
to tease or torment with the sight or prospect of something desirable but unattainable. |