| Term | Definition |
| icon | an image or symbol |
| acquiesce | agree without objection |
| transcendent | going beyond ordinary |
| cataclysm | disaster,catastrophe |
| potentate | powerful ruler |
| altruism | concern for others |
| archaic | primitive |
| ephemeral | lasting a short time |
| interloper | intruder |
| levity | lightness in speech or behavior |
| verisimilitude | a thing that appears true |
| conducive | promoting,helpful |
| subjective | concentrating on self to express feelings |
| juxtapose | place side by side |
| debase | to lower in quality |
| renunciation | give up,reject |
| pandemic | spread throughout wide area |
| penchant | strong liking |
| echelon | step-like formation |
| proclivity | natural inclination |
| subterfuge | a way to hide or avoid |
| paragon | model of excellence |
| epitome | representation of something |
| egragious | extraordinarily bad |
| unrequited | not reciprocal or returned |