| combatant |
someone or something that engages in fighting, especially as part of warfare. |
| decrepit |
in poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out. |
| formidable |
exceptionally difficult; daunting. |
| hoodwink |
to trick, deceive, or dupe. |
| manifesto |
a public statement of principles and intentions, usually by an organized political group or person. |
| misnomer |
an incorrect or inappropriate name. |
| petulance |
the state or quality of being easily or unreasonably irritated, impatient, or ill tempered. |
| philanthropist |
one who engages in charitable activities. |
| philanthropy |
collective efforts made to do good for others, especially in the form of making monetary donations or engaging in charitable works. |
| plaintive |
showing or expressing sadness or sorrow. |
| probity |
proven trustworthiness; honesty; integrity. |
| regenerate |
to grow (new tissue or parts) to replace lost or injured tissue or parts. |
| remonstrance |
the act or an instance of protesting or objecting. |
| retard |
to cause (growth, development, or the like) to be slow or incomplete; stunt. |
| tedium |
the state or condition of being dull, boring, or wearisome; monotony. |