| aver |
to assert to be true; affirm. |
| degenerate |
to decline from an original or former condition; change for the worse in nature or quality; deteriorate. |
| diffuse |
in the physical sciences, to flow toward regions of lower concentration. |
| dissolution |
the annulment or severance of a bond or tie, especially a formal or contractual connection. |
| dowdy1 |
not at all stylish; shabby or dull. |
| fledgling |
a young bird that has just grown flight feathers or learned to fly. |
| irascible |
easily angered or irritated; short-tempered. |
| litany |
any recital that involves repetition or incantation, especially a long or monotonous account, as of one's troubles. |
| neurotic |
suffering from needless fears and worries. |
| plethora |
an amount that is more than enough; overabundance. |
| primacy |
the state of being first, earliest, most essential, or most important. |
| propaganda |
information or opinions that are made public to promote or attack a movement, cause, or person. |
| rediscover |
to begin experiencing again; find again; regain. |
| repartee |
a quick, clever reply; witty retort. |
| unguided |
without someone to lead or escort. |