| boor |
a rough-mannered or insensitive person. |
| certitude |
the state, condition, or feeling of freedom from uncertainty or doubt. |
| chastise |
to punish, often corporally. |
| decrepit |
in poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out. |
| delicacy |
something delightful or rare, especially food. |
| fictitious |
intended to deceive; not genuine; imaginary. |
| misdeed |
an unacceptable, evil, or illegal act. |
| nub |
the main point, gist, or essence of something. |
| prescriptive |
that prescribes; setting down rules. |
| protuberance |
that which projects; bulge or bump. |
| resilience |
the ability to resume shape after being pressed or stretched. |
| shackle |
a metal band or one of a pair of metal rings used to bind the wrist or ankle of a prisoner or animal. |
| somnolent |
sleepy or drowsy. |
| tedium |
the state or condition of being dull, boring, or wearisome; monotony. |
| vibrant |
full of energy, life, or constant activity. |