caprice |
a sudden, impulsive change of mind or direction, or an unpredictable action. |
celestial |
of or having to do with the sky or outer space. |
contagion |
the spreading of a disease by contact or close association. |
delicacy |
something delightful or rare, especially food. |
heterogeneous |
made up of parts or members that differ from each other. (Cf. homogeneous.) |
inclusive |
comprising or covering a great deal; comprehensive. |
interplay |
the action or influence of two or more things on each other; reciprocal effect. |
manifold |
abundant and varied. |
ostentatious |
done or designed with the intention of impressing others and consequently overly showy or grandiose; pretentious. |
potency |
the condition of being strong in effect or powerful. |
prudent |
showing good judgment and caution; sensible. |
revulsion |
violent dislike and disgust; abhorrence; loathing. |
self-determination |
the ability or freedom of a people to decide their own form of government. |
strident |
harsh-sounding or loud; raucous; grating. |
surreptitious |
made, performed, or achieved by stealth or in secret. |