| abhorrence |
a feeling of complete loathing, repulsion, or horror. |
| askew |
not straight; crooked. |
| commentary |
a series of explanatory or interpretive remarks or comments. |
| distillation |
the process of heating a substance to produce a vapor, which is then cooled and condensed, in order to purify, concentrate, or extract components from the substance. |
| indict |
to formally accuse (someone) of a crime in a court of law after studying evidence. |
| iota |
an extremely small amount. |
| irreverent |
not having or showing respect. |
| ossify |
to become inflexible or rigid, as in thought or behavior. |
| prevalent |
generally accepted; pervasive; widespread. |
| repartee |
a quick, clever reply; witty retort. |
| reprieve |
to release (someone) temporarily or permanently from planned or impending punishment, pain, or difficulty. |
| schematic |
of, pertaining to, or formed like an outline or diagram. |
| stark |
in all respects; total; extreme. |
| sumptuous |
large, lavish, or splendid, especially when created at great cost. |
| umbrage |
a feeling of offense, irritation, or resentment. |