| abasement |
the act of bringing down or the state of being brought down in rank, status, or reputation. |
| bland |
without interest, spirit, or excitement; dull; indifferent. |
| conservationist |
a person who promotes and encourages preservation, especially of natural resources. |
| dossier |
a set of papers or documents that provide detailed information on a particular person or subject. |
| edict |
an order or decree proclaimed by someone in authority. |
| expendable |
considered able to be replaced, given up, or sacrificed. |
| indecisive |
not definite or conclusive. |
| misguide |
to misdirect or lead astray. |
| personable |
pleasing in appearance or manner; friendly; attractive. |
| quota |
the part or share of something that is due to a person or group. |
| respite |
a period of rest, especially from something difficult or unpleasant. |
| retrospect |
reflection on the past or on past events or achievements. |
| seamy |
disreputable; sordid. |
| stature |
relative status as measured by skill or achievement; reputation. |
| unproductive |
not yielding useful or helpful results; not fruitful. |