| appellation |
a name, title, or other designation. |
| austere |
having only what is needed; very simple or plain. |
| declivity |
a downward or descending slope. |
| etiolate |
to weaken, especially through deprivation of normal development. |
| expound |
to discuss or explain in detail (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| foment |
to encourage the development of; instigate or foster. |
| gambit |
a tactic or maneuver designed to gain an advantage, especially one that involves some sacrifice on one's part. |
| gamut |
the whole extent or range of anything. |
| harrow |
to go over or break up with a harrow. |
| immiscible |
not able to be mixed or blended. |
| lachrymose |
weeping, tending to weep readily, or being on the point of tears; tearful. |
| lacuna |
a gap or omitted part. |
| malingerer |
one who pretends to be ill or injured, especially in order to avoid work or duty. |
| naturalism |
in literature, a method of depicting life that reflects a philosophy of determinism. |
| sanctimony |
a pretense of righteousness or piety; feigned devotion or holiness. |