| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Cacophony | An unpleasant combination of loud, often jarring, sounds |
| Distinguish | To be aware of a difference between people, groups, or things, or to know that they are different from each other |
| Symmetrical | Balanced proportions |
| Parameter | A fact or circumstance that restricts how something is done |
| Conservative | In favor of preserving the status quo, traditional values and customs, and against abrupt change |
| Vulnerable | Open to emotional or physical danger |
| Untenable | Lacking the qualities that make defense possible |
| Reverie | A state of pleasent contemplation. Daydreaming |
| Serpentine | Winding and twisting, with many bends and curves |
| Vapid | Lacking interest or liveliness |
| Predatory | Eager to steal from or destroy others for gain |
| Aquiline | Thin, curved, and pointed like an eagle's beak |
| Sustain | To support somebody or something through emotional,moral, or physical means |
| Paranoia | Extreme and unreasonable suspicion of other people and their motives |
| Sheepish | Showing embarrassment at having done something awkward or wrong |
| Plunder | To rob a place or the people living there or steal goods using violence |
| Encroach | To intrude gradually or stealthily |
| Tenuous | Not based on anything significant or substantial |
| Revelation | Information that is newly disclosed, especially surprising or valuable information |
| Indulge | To allow someone or yourself to have or do something enjoyable |
| Impervious | Not allowing passage into or through something |
| Accomplice | Somebody who knowingly helps somebody to commit a crime |
| Pugnacious | Inclined to fight or be aggressive |
| Augment | To grow, or increase something in number, amount, size, strength, or intensity |
| Mutinous | Refusing to obey or submit to control, especially military control |
| Despot | A tyrant or ruler with absolute powers |
| Bridle | To react with slight anger or indignation |
| Invincible | Incapable of being defeated or beaten as a result of great strength or skill |
| Malign | To say or write unpleasant things about somebody or something |
| Paradox | A statement, proposition, or situation that seems to be absurd but is or may be true |
| Intrigue | To make someone greatly interested or curious |
| Imperceptible | Very slight or gradual |
| Haggard | Wild and unruly in appearance |
| Ballast | Something that serves no particular purpose other than to give weight to provide additional stability |
| Myriad | So many that they cannot be counted |
| Vexation | The state of being provoked to irritability or anxiety |
| Prattle | To talk in a silly, idle, or childish way |
| Evasive | Intending to avoid something unpleasant |
| Impudent | Showing a lack of respect and excessive boldness |
| Inundate | To overwhelm somebody with a huge quantity of things |
| Idolater | A fanatical admirer of somebody or something |
| Inquisitive | Eager for knowledge |
| Contempt | A powerful feeling of dislike toward someone or something |
| Wistful | Deep in sad thoughts, especially thoughts of something yearned for |
| Consequential | Of considerable importance, significance, or value |
| Enthrall | To delight or fascinate somebody thoroughly |
| Avidity | Great eagerness or greed for something |
| Assuage | To provide relief from something distressing or painful |
| Sympathize | To share the feelings of someone else or show compassion for another |
| Appease | To pacify someone, especially by giving in to demands |
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