| abridge |
to make shorter. |
| abridgment |
the process or an instance of making shorter or condensing. |
| betroth |
to pledge or give in marriage. |
| coercive |
using threats, intimidation, or force to persuade or pressure someone to do something. |
| dole |
to deal out or distribute (food, money, or the like) in small amounts to needy people (usually followed by "out"). |
| embellishment |
a beautifying decoration or addition. |
| inimical |
having or tending to have a bad effect; harmful or adverse. |
| integral |
being an essential part of the whole. |
| kindred |
a group of related people, such as a tribe or clan. |
| languid |
lacking or not showing strength, energy, or spirit; weak, slow, or listless. |
| lithe |
characterized by light, graceful, flexible movements. |
| singular |
extraordinary or exceptional. |
| slovenly |
careless or disgustingly dirty. |
| sojourn |
to live for a short time in a place; stay temporarily. |
| vanquish |
to subdue or defeat by or as if by greater force; conquer; overcome. |