| abnegation |
the act of relinquishing or abandoning, as a right, role, or good. |
| archives |
the body of records or information pertaining to an institution, organization, or historical figure. |
| evasion |
the act or an instance of escaping, avoiding, or failing to perform something. |
| extradition |
the legal transfer of a fugitive from one state or jurisdiction to another where he or she is to be tried or imprisoned. |
| foray |
a quick raid or sudden advance, usually military and often to take forage or plunder. |
| frugal |
small in amount or cost; meager. |
| languid |
lacking or not showing strength, energy, or spirit; weak, slow, or listless. |
| liability |
the condition of or potential for being held responsible. |
| obscene |
offensive and not decent. |
| obsession |
that which preoccupies one's mind or emotions excessively or abnormally. |
| orator |
a person who delivers a public speech, or one skilled at formal public speaking. |
| rhetoric |
the art, ability, or study of using language effectively in speech or writing, especially to influence or persuade one's audience. |
| scruple |
a belief about right and wrong that keeps a person from doing something that may be bad. |
| untainted |
not contaminated or polluted. |
| vibrant |
full of energy, life, or constant activity. |