| accusation |
a statement that another person is guilty of a crime or error. |
| arc |
any curved line; anything shaped like a bow or curve. |
| autonomy |
freedom and independence; self-governance. |
| baroque |
(often capitalized) the style or period in art, music, and architecture prevailing in Europe following the Renaissance, characterized by bold and elaborate forms of ornamentation. |
| characterize |
to describe the particular character or qualities of; give certain characteristics to. |
| cower |
to crouch or cringe in fear. |
| din |
a loud, steady noise. |
| genre |
a category of artistic work marked by a particular specified form, technique, or content. |
| obstruction |
something that blocks the way or prevents progress. |
| petition |
a formal, written request by many people that is made to a person in authority. |
| renown |
wide honor and acclaim; fame. |
| spasm |
a sudden uncontrolled contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. |
| stimulate |
to bring about to activity or action. |
| sympathetic |
feeling or showing understanding. |
| trio |
a group of three people who sing or play musical instruments together. |