| affidavit |
a written statement that is sworn in the presence of an authorized official to be true, used as legal evidence. |
| apprehensive |
feeling fearful about future events. |
| apprise |
to inform (often followed by "of"). |
| colloquialism |
a word or phrase typically used in conversational, informal, or regional speech or writing, hence sometimes considered inappropriate in formal writing. |
| constrict |
to pull or squeeze in; make smaller or more narrow; tighten. |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
| 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. |
| disingenuous |
not candid or sincere. |
| flagitious |
viciously or shamefully wicked; infamous. |
| flout |
to show scorn or contempt for, especially by openly or deliberately disobeying. |
| foment |
to encourage the development of; instigate or foster. |
| goad |
something that spurs a person to action; stimulus. |
| mélange |
a mixture, usually of very dissimilar elements. |
| pathos |
a quality in life or art that evokes pity, sadness, or compassion. |
| quotidian |
happening every day or once a day. |