| apotheosis |
a perfect or ideal example; epitome. |
| appellative |
a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible". |
| coeval |
coinciding in time of origin or existence; contemporary. |
| collateral |
property or other security put forward to guarantee repayment of a loan. |
| condign |
well-deserved or fitting, especially of punishment or reprimand. |
| cravat |
a scarf or band of cloth tied loosely about the neck. |
| epicene |
sharing the traits of both sexes. |
| extort |
to extract or obtain (money or the like) by force, threats, or abuse of authority. |
| fledge |
to grow flight feathers. |
| idyllic |
charmingly simple and natural, as a scene or experience; suggestive of peaceful countryside. |
| knurled |
having small ridges. |
| lien |
a legal claim on a piece of property when the current owner is in default on a debt or obligation. |
| malingerer |
one who pretends to be ill or injured, especially in order to avoid work or duty. |
| perquisite |
a payment or benefit in addition to the wages or salary associated with a position. |
| truculent |
extremely hostile or belligerent; inclined to fight. |