| alchemy |
an ancient exploration and practice of chemistry which flourished particularly during medieval times. Practitioners used chemical processes in the hope of, for example, producing gold from base metals, finding the key to eternal life, and uncovering a single cure for all disease. |
| amble |
to walk at a slow, easy pace. |
| ample |
large in size, amount, or space; as much or more than is needed. |
| apparatus |
tools or equipment made for a particular task. |
| cloak |
a long, loose, outer garment without sleeves. |
| compliance |
acquiescence or conformity. |
| dwell |
to think, write, or speak about over and over again for a long time (often followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| implication |
something hinted at or suggested, but not said directly. |
| outbreak |
a sudden breaking out or increase in activity of disease. |
| particularly |
to an unusual degree; more than other things in a group. |
| reminisce |
to recall past experiences, often with fondness or pleasure. |
| shun |
to keep away from or avoid on purpose. |
| substantial |
considerable; ample. |
| usage |
way or manner of using or treating something. |
| violate |
to break or fail to keep. |