| archetype |
an original model or pattern from which others are made or copied. |
| captious |
inclined to petty criticism; faultfinding. |
| delimit |
to define or mark the boundaries of; demarcate. |
| exorbitant |
exceeding the bounds of what is reasonable, fair, or proper; immoderate. |
| faze |
to bewilder or to disturb the composure or shake the resolve of; disconcert or daunt. |
| flagrant |
exceptionally or glaringly noticeable. |
| iconoclastic |
attacking or breaking away from established traditions, beliefs, or values. |
| inkling |
a blurry or partial idea or understanding. |
| inquisitive |
given to asking and inquiring; eager to learn. |
| misdemeanor |
in law, a class of illegal act that is less serious than a felony and carries a lighter sentence; minor offense. |
| oscillate |
to swing steadily and repeatedly back and forth. |
| preeminent |
surpassing others in importance and prominence; foremost. |
| subsidiary |
assisting or supplementing. |
| succor |
help or relief given in time of need. |
| unseemly |
not in accord with accepted social standards; improper; indecorous. |