| allusion |
an indirect reference to or mention of something. |
| arbiter |
someone who has the authority to decide an issue or settle a dispute. |
| archives |
the body of records or information pertaining to an institution, organization, or historical figure. |
| bauble |
a showy or gaudy trinket or ornament of little value. |
| bland |
without interest, spirit, or excitement; dull; indifferent. |
| cite |
to use the words of someone else; quote. |
| expiate |
to atone or make amends for (a sin, crime, offense, or the like). |
| explicate |
to make clear or explain completely. |
| inane |
devoid of meaning or substance; nonsensical. |
| mimicry |
an act, instance, or the art of imitating or copying the speech, behavior, or expressions of others. |
| noteworthy |
deserving attention; remarkable. |
| presumptuous |
excessively bold or forward. |
| procure |
to get or get hold of by effort; obtain. |
| serendipity |
lucky coincidence or accidental discovery of something pleasant or valuable. |
| temperance |
habitual moderation in the use of alcoholic drink, or complete abstinence. |