| abrogate |
to abolish, repeal, or nullify by authority. |
| antebellum |
in or of the period prior to a war, especially the American Civil War. |
| apposite |
fitting; pertinent; appropriate. |
| consummate |
of the highest order or degree. |
| disingenuous |
not candid or sincere. |
| engender |
to create or give rise to. |
| fledge |
to grow flight feathers. |
| granulate |
to make into small particles or grains. |
| homily |
any discourse offering moral advice or admonitions. |
| imbroglio |
a difficult, confused, or complicated situation, often involving a misunderstanding, disagreement, or quarrel. |
| mélange |
a mixture, usually of very dissimilar elements. |
| opiate |
something that induces relaxation, calm, or stupor. |
| recidivism |
chronic return to bad habits, especially criminal relapse. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| rodomontade |
puffed-up boasting or bravado. |