| choleric |
having a quick temper; easily angered. |
| discontinuance |
the act of stopping or condition of being stopped; interruption. |
| disuse |
the state or condition of not being used or practiced any longer. |
| fetid |
having a foul odor; stinking. |
| fop |
a man who is highly concerned with, and often vain about, his appearance and manners; dandy. |
| garner |
to accumulate, acquire, or receive in abundance. |
| hallowed |
considered sacred; venerated. |
| lucrative |
producing monetary gain; profitable. |
| nomenclature |
a specialized system or set of names and terms used in a particular science, art, or other field of study or training. |
| penitent |
feeling or showing sorrow or regret for having done wrong. |
| problematic |
presenting difficulties or causing doubt; questionable. |
| recluse |
a person who lives in voluntary isolation from others. |
| subversive |
tending or intended to undermine or cause the overthrow of an established authority, especially a national government. |
| temerity |
reckless or foolish boldness; rash disregard of danger. |
| virtuoso |
a person who demonstrates exceptional ability, style, or skill, especially in music. |