| apotheosis |
a perfect or ideal example; epitome. |
| deposition |
a sworn statement, usually in writing, for use as testimony by an absent witness in a court of law. |
| expound |
to discuss or explain in detail (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| fledge |
to grow flight feathers. |
| foible |
a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior. |
| germane |
having relevance to a given matter; pertinent; significant. |
| heinous |
extremely wicked or despicable; atrocious. |
| imbroglio |
a difficult, confused, or complicated situation, often involving a misunderstanding, disagreement, or quarrel. |
| limn |
to paint or draw. |
| nonfeasance |
in law, failure to perform a required duty, as by a public official. |
| nonplus |
to cause (someone) to be unable to think of what to say, do, or decide; perplex; bewilder. |
| occlude |
to close or obstruct (a passage or opening, one's vision, or the like). |
| penury |
severe poverty; pennilessness. |
| tyro |
one who is beginning to learn a business, trade, sport, or the like; novice; neophyte. |
| untoward |
unexpected and unfortunate. |