| aberration |
a deviation from what is considered normal or right; irregularity. |
| beatify |
to admire or exalt as superior. |
| centripetal |
forced or moving inward toward a center point or axis. |
| conjoin |
to combine for a common purpose. |
| consummate |
of the highest order or degree. |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
| impermeable |
not permitting passage or penetration. |
| indulgent |
gratifying, or being inclined to gratify or yield to others' wishes, especially rather than enforcing discipline or strictness. |
| internecine |
of or pertaining to conflict, discord, or struggle within a group. |
| linguistics |
(used with a singular verb) the scientific and historical study of the form and structure of human language. |
| malaise |
a state or condition of feeling generally unwell, mentally depressed, sluggish, or uneasy. |
| omnibus |
concerning or including a large collection of things. |
| reconnaissance |
the act or process of examining an area, especially to gain militarily useful information. |
| surcingle |
a girth or belt that wraps around the body of a horse to secure a saddle, pack, or the like to its back. |
| truculent |
extremely hostile or belligerent; inclined to fight. |