| allusive |
abounding in or characterized by indirect references to culture, history, or other works of art, which are to be recognized or understood by the audience. |
| amplitude |
the state or quality of being ample; largeness. |
| apogee |
the highest or farthest point. |
| belated |
too late; tardy. |
| decrepit |
in poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out. |
| defray |
to pay or assist in the payment of (costs or the like). |
| eccentricity |
an odd or peculiar behavior, habit, interest, or the like. |
| incur |
to become liable for or bring upon oneself (usually some unwanted or harmful consequence). |
| orator |
a person who delivers a public speech, or one skilled at formal public speaking. |
| protagonist |
the leading character in a literary work. |
| raucous |
loud, sharp, and rasping, as, at times, a bird's call or a human's voice or laugh. |
| requisite |
required or essential. |
| spar2 |
to make boxing movements without hitting hard, as for practice or in fun. |
| tedium |
the state or condition of being dull, boring, or wearisome; monotony. |
| tribulation |
severe suffering or affliction; distress. |