| ephemeral |
lasting for only a short period. |
| eventuality |
something that might happen; contingent occurrence. |
| exorbitant |
exceeding the bounds of what is reasonable, fair, or proper; immoderate. |
| fallible |
capable of making mistakes; liable to error. |
| irascible |
easily angered or irritated; short-tempered. |
| manipulate |
to handle or operate skillfully with the hands. |
| miscreant |
evil or malevolent; villainous. |
| penance |
an act of punishment or self-discipline voluntarily undergone to show regret at having done something wrong. |
| redouble |
to make twice as great; renew more vigorously; intensify. |
| retribution |
repayment for one's actions, especially punishment for evil. |
| revivalist |
suited to or aimed at the purpose of bringing back former beliefs, ideas, or practices. |
| skiff |
a small, light boat that may have sails but can be rowed by one oarsman. |
| slake |
to satisfy or relieve (thirst, appetite, lust, or the like) by decreasing the strength or intensity of. |
| statute |
a law made by a legislature, as opposed to one established by the courts. |
| unobservable |
not able to be seen; not detectable. |