Word |
Meaning |
Apologetic |
expressing regret /constituting an apology |
Lurid |
sensational |
Aspire |
direct one's hope for something special |
Inadvertent |
unintentional /accidental |
Sally |
set out briskly |
Insist |
argue |
Subjugate |
bring under control /defeat |
Sermon |
a religious discourse |
Perfunctory |
done merely from a sense of duty /casual |
Restraint |
self discipline |
Tranquil |
peaceful /calm |
Inveigh |
attach verbally |
Sought |
seek |
Terminate |
discontinue /to finish |
Skeptic |
inclined to doubt |
Brash |
reckless |
Haven |
place of shelter |
Impunity |
exemption from punishment |
Tolerate |
allow to be done |
Testimony |
open declaration |
Adroit |
clever |
Pertinent |
appropriate /relevant |
Limelight |
publicity |
Eminent |
worthy |
Skirmish |
fight /conflict |