| criteria |
a set of standards or tests by which to judge or decide something. |
| crony |
a close friend or ally (often used pejoratively). |
| curvature |
the condition of being bent or rounded. |
| detractor |
one who criticizes or disparages an idea, cause, or person to undermine support or popularity. |
| diminutive |
very small; tiny. |
| discernible |
able to be perceived or distinguished. |
| effigy |
a likeness of a person, usually sculpted, as on a tomb. |
| erudition |
a high level of scholarly knowledge; learnedness. |
| forthcoming |
about to appear or happen. |
| meritorious |
having worth or high quality; deserving of praise or reward. |
| opulent |
having or displaying wealth and luxury. |
| populous |
having a large population. |
| privation |
lack of necessities or common comforts of life. |
| pronouncement |
a formal or official declaration. |
| throe |
(usually plural) any convulsive or anguished struggle, or great exertion. |