| analogous |
similar or corresponding in some particular manner. |
| castigation |
the act of rebuking, severely criticizing, or punishing, especially in a public forum. |
| craven |
shamefully timid or afraid; cowardly. |
| despot |
a ruler who has complete power and authority. |
| discrepancy |
lack of agreement; difference; inconsistency. |
| fictitious |
intended to deceive; not genuine; imaginary. |
| fluctuate |
to vary or change irregularly; rise and fall. |
| impasse |
a situation that allows no escape or solution; stalemate. |
| impede |
to slow or block the movement or progress of; hinder. |
| imperfection |
a flaw or fault. |
| officiate |
to function as a priest or minister in a religious ceremony. |
| paraphernalia |
(used with a singular or plural verb) furnishings or equipment, especially that used in a particular job or activity. |
| ravenous |
very hungry; starved. |
| tensile |
of or relating to tension. |
| vogue |
a popular fashion or style. |