accede- assent or agree to a demand, request, or treaty. Assume an office or position.
brandish- wave or flourish (something, esp. a weapon) as a threat or in anger or excitement.
comprise- consist of; be made up of.
deft- neatly skillful and quick in one's movements.
destitute- without the basic necessities of life.
explicit- stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
extirpate- root out and destroy completely.
inopportune- occurring at an inconvenient or inappropriate time.
ironic- using or characterized by irony.
musty- having a stale, moldy, or damp smell.
officious- assertive of authority in an annoyingly domineering way, esp. with regard to petty or trivial matters.
ominous- giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening; inauspicious.
pinnacle- a high, pointed piece of rock. Set on or as if on a pinnacle.
premeditated- think out or plan (an action, esp. a crime) beforehand.
rampant- Severe, unchecked caries that affect multiple teeth.
solace- comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.
stately- a large and fine house that is occupied or was formerly occupied by an aristocratic family.
supple- bending and moving easily and gracefully; flexible.
suppress- forcibly put an end to.
venal-showing or motivated by susceptibility to bribery.
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