| acme |
the highest point, as of attainment; pinnacle. |
| attrition |
a gradual erosion of strength or morale. |
| avocation |
a secondary occupation, usually one pursued for recreation; hobby. |
| azure |
the color of a clear blue sky. |
| demolition |
the act or an instance of destroying, especially by means of explosives. |
| fractious |
inclined to be irritable and quarrelsome; cranky. |
| frond |
a long leaf with many small divisions. Ferns and palm trees have fronds. |
| gingerly |
in a careful or cautious manner; warily. |
| gist |
the essential part or idea, as of an argument or written work. |
| offhand |
done without thinking or preparing ahead of time. |
| pinnacle |
the highest point or part of anything; apex; summit. |
| ravish |
to overwhelm with emotion or sensation; enrapture. |
| relegate |
to send or consign to a condition, place, or position of lesser importance or esteem. |
| sundry |
of various kinds; miscellaneous. |
| ultimatum |
a final statement of demands, especially when issued with a threat of action if rejected, as in a diplomatic discussion. |