| abasement |
the act of bringing down or the state of being brought down in rank, status, or reputation. |
| albeit |
notwithstanding; even though. |
| bedlam |
a situation or scene of confused disorder and uproar. |
| captivate |
to charm or fascinate, as by beauty or wit; enthrall. |
| cohere |
to lump, hold, or stick together. |
| lucid |
easy to understand; articulate; clear. |
| nominal |
in name alone. |
| nonchalance |
cool confidence and unconcern; casual indifference. |
| ovation |
a prolonged or enthusiastic episode of applause for someone, as following a performance. |
| prospectus |
a written description or summary of a proposed project. |
| ruddy |
reddish; rosy. |
| scrutinize |
to look at closely and carefully, with attention to detail. |
| tutelage |
the act or function of a teacher, especially one who gives lessons to individuals; instruction; teaching. |
| uncharacteristic |
not typical of a particular person, group, or thing, and therefore notable. |
| veneer |
a superficial outward appearance or show. |