| allusion |
an indirect reference to or mention of something. |
| dignitary |
one who holds a high office or rank. |
| discordant |
in conflict or disagreement. |
| epoch |
an important period in human history. |
| exude |
to emit or give off from, or as if from, the pores of the skin. |
| formidable |
exceptionally difficult; daunting. |
| indeterminate |
not fixed, clear, or precise; indefinite or uncertain. |
| magnanimity |
generosity or willingness to forgive. |
| malevolent |
wishing or doing evil to others; ill-willed; malicious. |
| obituary |
a printed announcement of a person's death, usually including a brief biography and information about funeral arrangements. |
| opalescent |
exhibiting a spectrum of colors or changing colors; iridescent. |
| potency |
the condition of being strong in effect or powerful. |
| ratify |
to approve in an official way; confirm. |
| sanction |
permission for an action; approval. |
| stature |
relative status as measured by skill or achievement; reputation. |