| brash |
rudely self-assertive; bold; impudent. |
| coddle |
to simmer in water that is almost at the boiling point. |
| determinism |
the belief or teaching that every effect, including human thoughts and actions, is completely and predictably brought about by preceding causes and that, therefore, free will does not exist. |
| disabuse |
to free (a person) from misconception or deception; set straight. |
| effluvium |
an outflow of usually invisible, foul-smelling vapor or gas. |
| extenuate |
to reduce the magnitude or seriousness of (a fault or offense) by offering partial excuses. |
| indulgent |
gratifying, or being inclined to gratify or yield to others' wishes, especially rather than enforcing discipline or strictness. |
| jejune |
lacking interest or liveliness; dull. |
| libertine |
acting without restraint; dissolute; amoral. |
| purvey |
to supply or provide (especially food, drink, or other provisions). |
| redoubtable |
inspiring fear; formidable. |
| scion |
an offspring or heir. |
| solipsism |
the self-centered habit of interpreting and judging all things exclusively according to one's own concepts of meaning and value. |
| spurn |
to reject, refuse, or treat with scorn; disdain; despise. |
| stately |
dignified. |