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rudiment (n) first principle or fundamental of a subject to be learned. peril (n) danger apoplectic (adj) liable to apoplexy, a sudden paralysis with total or partial loss of consciousness and sensation. livid (adj) pale; grayish-blue philippic (n) verbal denunciation characterized by invective umbrage (n) offense interdict (n) an official prohibition or restraint reconnaissance (n) examination or survey altercation (n) quarrel ecclesiastical (adj) having to do with a church impedimenta (n. plural) baggage or equipment especially things that hinder progress; encumbrances qualm (n)painful feeling of uneasiness arising from a consciousness that one may be acting wrongly; twinge of conscience obliquely (adverb) indirectly; not in a straightforward manner caste (adj) making class distinctions based on birth, wealth, etc. speculations (n) thoughts or conjectures penitentiary (n) prison (for persons convicted of serious crimes) manacles (n) handcuffs infallible (adj) incapable of error; never wrong fortitude (n) the strength or courage to endure misfortune or pain patiently and calmly tranquil (adj) calm, quiet, peaceful, placid facade (n) the front of a building or the front of anything; often used with the implication of an imposing appearance concealing something inferior.