| codicil |
an addition or appendix, especially one modifying the terms of a will. |
| conflagration |
a large, damaging fire. |
| diverge |
to extend or move away in different directions from a common point. |
| exemplar |
one worthy to be imitated or studied; model. |
| judicious |
characterized by or using sound judgment; wise; prudent. |
| nonentity |
someone or something that is insignificant, dull, undistinguished, or unimportant, especially a person. |
| pittance |
a contemptibly small portion, amount, or payment. |
| propitious |
offering favorable circumstances or conditions; opportune; promising. |
| pummel |
to strike heavily with or as if with the fists, a sword, a club, or the like; beat. |
| quizzical |
expressing doubt, confusion, or questioning; puzzled. |
| reaffirm |
to verify by asserting again. |
| relegate |
to send or consign to a condition, place, or position of lesser importance or esteem. |
| squabble |
to quarrel over trivial matters; bicker. |
| temperance |
habitual moderation in the use of alcoholic drink, or complete abstinence. |
| tertiary |
third in order, rank, importance, degree, or the like. |