| bane |
something or someone that causes ruin or great trouble. |
| betroth |
to pledge or give in marriage. |
| desirous |
having a wish or a longing for something. |
| discursive |
ranging over numerous topics, especially in an orderly or coherent way. |
| evocative |
tending or able to call forth images, memories, feelings, and the like. |
| genteel |
displaying traits such as refinement and politeness that are traditionally associated with wealth and education. |
| harmonious |
characterized by agreement or accord. |
| hitherto |
until this time; previously. |
| infernal |
of or pertaining to hell or the world of the dead. |
| infringe |
to cross established limits; encroach; trespass (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| ludicrous |
worthy of mockery; laughable and ridiculous. |
| pummel |
to strike heavily with or as if with the fists, a sword, a club, or the like; beat. |
| regimen |
a regulated routine of therapy or exercise designed to promote health or fitness. |
| stoic |
showing little or no reaction to painful or pleasant experiences; unmoved; impassive. |
| veritable |
true; authentic; real. |