| conjecture |
the making of a guess or inference, especially with little evidence. |
| fop |
a man who is highly concerned with, and often vain about, his appearance and manners; dandy. |
| grapple |
to grasp, twist, or wrestle in close combat. |
| inclement |
of weather, violent or disagreeable. |
| inelegant |
without taste, grace, or refinement. |
| infidel |
one who does not believe in or accept a religious faith, especially that of Christianity or Islam. |
| insubstantial |
lacking firmness or solidity; slight. |
| invertebrate |
without a backbone |
| limpid |
perfectly clear; transparent. |
| maternal |
of, having to do with, or like a mother. |
| redeem |
to make up for; balance. |
| resuscitate |
to bring back to life or consciousness; revive. |
| segregate |
to separate or place apart from others. |
| stipulate |
to specify or arrange as a condition of an agreement. |
| wheedle |
to try to persuade or influence by coaxing or flattery; cajole. |