| abate |
to become less in amount or intensity. |
| abscond |
to leave suddenly and secretly, especially to avoid observation or capture. |
| ardor |
very strong feelings; passion; fervor. |
| cadaver |
a dead body, especially one used for medical research or instruction. |
| dysfunctional |
of a relationship, family, or social group, not working normally or in a way beneficial to all. |
| efficacy |
the ability to produce desired results; effectiveness. |
| fidelity |
loyalty or faithfulness to obligations, promises, or those to whom one has made a commitment. |
| gibe |
a mocking or derisive comment. |
| inkling |
a blurry or partial idea or understanding. |
| maritime |
of or relating to sea ships or navigation of the sea. |
| pariah |
a despised or socially outcast person. |
| philanthropy |
collective efforts made to do good for others, especially in the form of making monetary donations or engaging in charitable works. |
| premeditate |
to consider, plan, or arrange in advance. |
| prodigious |
inspiring wonder and admiration; marvelous. |
| tome |
a large thick book, often one of a multivolume scholarly work. |