| convulsion |
a violent, involuntary contraction of the muscles. |
| dissertation |
a formal and usually lengthy exposition in speech or writing, especially a detailed report of research by a candidate for a doctoral degree. |
| hallow |
to respect or honor highly; venerate. |
| inopportune |
occurring at an undesirable or unreasonable time. |
| insular |
closed to new ideas; narrow-minded. |
| intolerable |
too difficult or unpleasant to be near or to bear. |
| jargon |
special words or language used by a particular group or to describe a particular interest. |
| jingoism |
aggressive nationalism and patriotism, especially as directed against foreign countries. |
| meditative |
disposed to, marked by, or indicating contemplation or reflection; deeply thoughtful. |
| procure |
to get or get hold of by effort; obtain. |
| reimburse |
to pay back for (expenses or losses incurred). |
| salvageable |
able to be saved or rescued from damage or destruction. |
| traverse |
to go over, along, or through; cover or cross. |
| unconscionable |
not restrained or guided by a concern for what is right and just; unprincipled. |
| unvaried |
marked by a lack of diversity; never changing. |