| aristocracy |
a class of people who have a high social position because of the family they are born into. Members of the aristocracy are usually richer and have more privileges than other members of society. |
| consequential |
coming after as an outcome or result. |
| contiguous |
in contact; touching; adjoining. |
| gingerly |
in a careful or cautious manner; warily. |
| inglorious |
bringing shame or disgrace; shameful; dishonorable. |
| militant |
aggressive or combative in attitude or actions, especially in defense of a cause. |
| precipice |
a steep cliff. |
| reciprocity |
a mutual interchange of privileges or favors between two nations, groups, or institutions. |
| roil |
to disturb or anger; agitate. |
| stark |
in all respects; total; extreme. |
| stodgy |
lacking the ability or inclination to act informally or to find humor or enjoyment in things that others might; stuffy; prim. |
| tepid |
not quite warm; lukewarm. |
| uncritical |
not making critical judgments or discriminations, especially those based on standards. |
| untimely |
not occurring at a convenient or appropriate time; poorly timed. |
| witticism |
a clever, often perceptive joke, insult, or saying. |