| annexation |
the act of taking and adding (territory) to one's own territory. |
| arbiter |
someone who has the authority to decide an issue or settle a dispute. |
| cohere |
to lump, hold, or stick together. |
| composite |
made up of several parts. |
| condescension |
patronizing, arrogant behavior or attitude. |
| demur |
to object or indicate opposition to something. |
| fictitious |
intended to deceive; not genuine; imaginary. |
| flippant |
disrespectful or indifferent to someone or something worthy of respect; shallowly humorous. |
| grievous |
causing emotional or physical suffering; painful. |
| libel |
in law, written or printed matter that is false, damages a person's reputation or material well-being, and arises from malice or extreme negligence. |
| misdemeanor |
in law, a class of illegal act that is less serious than a felony and carries a lighter sentence; minor offense. |
| philanthropist |
one who engages in charitable activities. |
| provincial |
limited in outlook; narrow-minded. |
| statute |
a law made by a legislature, as opposed to one established by the courts. |
| vituperate |
to condemn sharply; blame; berate. |