| adherent |
one who supports or follows a person, party, principle, or the like (usually followed by "of"). |
| allegory |
in art or literature, the use of concrete characters, events, or things, to represent abstract qualities or ideas, often to make a point about good and evil. |
| ardor |
very strong feelings; passion; fervor. |
| avocation |
a secondary occupation, usually one pursued for recreation; hobby. |
| hydraulic |
of, concerning, operated by, or moved by water or another liquid under pressure. |
| inherent |
existing in or belonging to something as an essential or inborn part of its nature; innate; intrinsic. |
| introspection |
examination of one's own thoughts, emotions, and sensations; self-scrutiny. |
| jurisdiction |
the right or authority to interpret and administer the law. |
| lewd |
characterized by vulgarity or offensively explicit sexual references; bawdy. |
| orientation |
the act or process of preparing oneself or others for a new situation. |
| repartee |
a quick, clever reply; witty retort. |
| skimp |
to be stingy or very sparing. |
| stoical |
showing little or no emotion in reaction to painful or pleasant experiences. |
| uproarious |
causing loud or uncontrollable laughter; hilarious. |
| vantage |
a position or situation that offers a broad or especially good view, comprehension, or the like. |