| abhorrence |
a feeling of complete loathing, repulsion, or horror. |
| archives |
the body of records or information pertaining to an institution, organization, or historical figure. |
| befall |
to happen to. |
| concentric |
of circles or spheres, having the same middle point. |
| connote |
to suggest or imply (meanings or associations) in addition to the literal meaning. |
| epithet |
a word or phrase attached to, or used in place of, a given name. |
| genteel |
displaying traits such as refinement and politeness that are traditionally associated with wealth and education. |
| incongruity |
the condition of being inappropriate or inconsistent. |
| inconsequential |
having no significant effect or result; not important. |
| infraction |
an act or instance of breaking or violating, usually a rule or law; violation or breach. |
| orientation |
the act or process of preparing oneself or others for a new situation. |
| perdition |
the loss of the soul for eternity; damnation. |
| portal |
a doorway or entrance, especially a large and imposing one. |
| seamy |
disreputable; sordid. |
| unseemly |
not in accord with accepted social standards; improper; indecorous. |