| abrade |
to rub away by friction; erode. |
| audit |
an often official examination of records or financial accounts to check their accuracy, or the report of such an examination. |
| autopsy |
a medical examination of a dead body to find the cause of death. |
| ephemeral |
lasting for only a short period. |
| incognito |
in disguise; under a false identity. |
| inviolable |
absolutely not to be breached, dishonored or profaned. |
| odorous |
having or giving off a distinctive or strong smell. |
| peripheral |
related but not essential. |
| retaliate |
to strike back; take revenge. |
| subpoena |
in law, a formal written order summoning a witness to give testimony or requiring that specified evidence be submitted. |
| subsidiary |
assisting or supplementing. |
| unvaried |
marked by a lack of diversity; never changing. |
| vantage |
a position or situation that offers a broad or especially good view, comprehension, or the like. |
| venturesome |
tending to take risks; brave. |
| vibrant |
full of energy, life, or constant activity. |