| adherent |
one who supports or follows a person, party, principle, or the like (usually followed by "of"). |
| attrition |
a gradual erosion of strength or morale. |
| broach |
to suggest or mention for the first time; bring up. |
| collusion |
action undertaken in secret partnership or collaboration, usually for illicit purposes. |
| contention |
a point asserted in argument or debate. |
| illustrious |
highly renowned; celebrated; glorious. |
| impede |
to slow or block the movement or progress of; hinder. |
| indiscriminate |
lacking in judgment and discernment; making no distinctions. |
| integral |
being an essential part of the whole. |
| inundate |
to cover or overspread with water, especially a very large amount; flood. |
| mainstay |
the main support of something. |
| maritime |
of or relating to sea ships or navigation of the sea. |
| pilgrimage |
a usually long trip undertaken for religious purposes, such as to visit a holy place. |
| promontory |
a high cliff that sticks out into a large body of water or that rises above an area of lower land. |
| repartee |
a quick, clever reply; witty retort. |