| cadaverous |
of or resembling a corpse; pale and thin or emaciated. |
| coterie |
a small, exclusive group of friends or associates with similar interest or activities; clique. |
| encroachment |
the act of exceeding proper or intended limits, as of territory or property. |
| expendable |
considered able to be replaced, given up, or sacrificed. |
| fanaticism |
excessive or unreasonable enthusiasm or support for something. |
| lieu |
the place formerly occupied by something or someone. |
| misdemeanor |
in law, a class of illegal act that is less serious than a felony and carries a lighter sentence; minor offense. |
| paean |
a song or hymn sung as an expression of praise. |
| parity |
equality in amount, status, strength, or the like. |
| progeny |
a descendant, or descendants collectively; offspring. |
| protagonist |
the leading character in a literary work. |
| redolent |
suggesting or recalling (usually followed by "of"). |
| resolute |
having or showing firmness, determination, or resolve. |
| uproarious |
causing loud or uncontrollable laughter; hilarious. |
| volatile |
rapidly changeable, especially tending to become violent. |