| abscond |
to leave suddenly and secretly, especially to avoid observation or capture. |
| affirmation |
the act of affirming. |
| aperture |
a narrow opening. |
| dote |
to have or show too much love or affection (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| economize |
to spend less money; lower expenses; be economical. |
| flaccid |
without firmness; soft; flabby. |
| infinitesimal |
of a thing or quantity, too small to be measured or calculated. |
| kindred |
a group of related people, such as a tribe or clan. |
| manipulate |
to handle or operate skillfully with the hands. |
| mentor |
someone who plays an important role in another person's life as a guide and teacher. |
| perjury |
the crime of telling a lie in a court after promising under oath to tell the truth. |
| retentive |
having the ability to remember. |
| revile |
to speak about or speak to with hostile insults; disparage or abuse. |
| stalemate |
any situation in which a further action, offer, or the like is impossible or unlikely; deadlock. |
| unseemly |
not in accord with accepted social standards; improper; indecorous. |