| decimation |
the act of destroying a large part or number of something. |
| dissimilar |
not alike; different. |
| elongate |
to make longer; lengthen. |
| extradition |
the legal transfer of a fugitive from one state or jurisdiction to another where he or she is to be tried or imprisoned. |
| fop |
a man who is highly concerned with, and often vain about, his appearance and manners; dandy. |
| inelegant |
without taste, grace, or refinement. |
| insuperable |
not able to be conquered or overcome. |
| linear |
having to do with a line; straight. |
| maternity |
the state of being a mother; motherhood. |
| ovation |
a prolonged or enthusiastic episode of applause for someone, as following a performance. |
| presumptive |
affording a reasonable basis for belief. |
| retentive |
having the ability to remember. |
| sedentary |
involving or characterized by sitting or little physical activity. |
| tenure |
the period of holding or possessing something. |
| turpitude |
moral baseness; depravity. |