| crony |
a close friend or ally (often used pejoratively). |
| disconcert |
to upset the calm or self-assurance of; ruffle. |
| encumbrance |
something or someone that hinders or burdens; impediment. |
| equestrian |
of or relating to horseback riding. |
| harmonious |
characterized by agreement or accord. |
| languor |
lack of strength or energy; weakness or listlessness. |
| pirouette |
a ballet movement involving a rapid rotation of the body upon the toes or foot. |
| precinct |
an area in a town or city that forms a separate district for voting or that is looked after by one police unit. |
| promenade |
a leisurely walk, especially in a public place. |
| recast |
to rewrite, reconstruct, or conceive again in a different form. |
| remit |
to refrain from carrying out; cancel. |
| respite |
a period of rest, especially from something difficult or unpleasant. |
| shamble |
to walk slowly, unsteadily, or awkwardly. |
| stasis |
the state of equilibrium or balance between opposing forces; motionlessness. |
| succinct |
briefly but clearly stated; concise. |