| bequeath |
to leave or dispose of (property) by a will. |
| contention |
a point asserted in argument or debate. |
| crux |
an essential, basic, crucial, or pivotal point. |
| cumulative |
becoming larger or greater by means of gradual addition. |
| fiasco |
an utter and shameful failure. |
| inexplicable |
unable to be explained or interpreted. |
| iota |
an extremely small amount. |
| partake |
to take part; participate (usually followed by "in"). |
| philanthropist |
one who engages in charitable activities. |
| presumptuous |
excessively bold or forward. |
| scrimmage |
a vigorous struggle; scuffle. |
| suppress |
to stop the activities or progress of, especially by force. |
| tepid |
not quite warm; lukewarm. |
| tome |
a large thick book, often one of a multivolume scholarly work. |
| transgression |
the act or an instance of violating a law, religious commandment, or the like; sin; crime; trespass. |