| fictitious |
intended to deceive; not genuine; imaginary. |
| gradation |
a gradual almost imperceptible change, especially from one tone or texture to another. |
| indefatigable |
persisting tirelessly; untiring. |
| innumerable |
very many. |
| juxtapose |
to bring together for the purpose of side-by-side comparison or contrast. |
| ossify |
to become inflexible or rigid, as in thought or behavior. |
| preoccupy |
to absorb the entire time or attention of. |
| raconteur |
one who is talented in storytelling. |
| reciprocity |
a mutual interchange of privileges or favors between two nations, groups, or institutions. |
| repudiate |
to reject completely as invalid or untrue. |
| residue |
a substance or quantity that remains after a part has been removed or after a process has been completed. |
| saturate |
to fill or soak completely. |
| slur |
to speak of disparagingly; belittle. |
| substantive |
of or pertaining to the fundamental nature or concerns of something; essential. |
| tribulation |
severe suffering or affliction; distress. |