| allusion |
an indirect reference to or mention of something. |
| bifurcation |
the act or result of dividing into two branches, or the state of being so divided. |
| circumstantial |
relevant but not essential; incidental. |
| decorum |
properness of behavior, manner, appearance, or the like; dignity; propriety. |
| demeanor |
the way in which one conducts oneself; deportment. |
| euphemism |
the word or expression so substituted. |
| infernal |
of or pertaining to hell or the world of the dead. |
| infringe |
to cross established limits; encroach; trespass (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| ingrain |
to impress (habits, ideas, values, or the like) deeply and firmly in one's nature or mind. |
| itinerary |
a detailed plan of travel. |
| overbear |
to dominate or overwhelm; prevail over. |
| profane |
irreverent or irreligious; blasphemous. |
| relegate |
to send or consign to a condition, place, or position of lesser importance or esteem. |
| solicit |
to try to obtain (business, recruits, donations, help, or the like) by persuasion, formal request, or pleading. |
| subterfuge |
a stratagem or artifice used to hide, avoid, or deceive. |