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Accede
(v) to agree to a demand, proposal etc, especially after first disagreeing with it
Brandish
(v) to wave something around in a dangerous or threatening way, especially a weapon
Comprise
(v) to form part of a larger group of people or things
Deft
(adj) skilful at doing something
Destitute
(adj) to be completely without something
Explicit
(adj) expressed in a way that is very clear and direct
Extirpate
(v) to completely destroy something that is unpleasant or unwanted
Inopportune
(adj) happening at an unsuitable or bad time
Ironic
(adj) something that is unusual or amusing because something strange happens or the opposite of what is expected happens or is true
Musty
(adj) room, house, or object that has an unpleasant smell, because it is old and has not had any fresh air for a long time
Officious
(adj) too eager to tell people what to do - used to show disapproval
Ominous
(adj) making you feel that something bad is going to happen
Pinnacle
(n) the most successful, powerful, exciting, etc. part of something
Premeditated
(adj, part) crime or attack that is planned in advance and done deliberately
Rampant
(adj) there is a lot of something and it is very difficult to control
Solace
(n) a feeling of emotional comfort at a time of great sadness or disappointment (v) to bring a feeling of emotional comfort at a time of great sadness or disappointment
Stately
(adj) impressive in style and size
Supple
(adj) someone or something who bends and moves easily and gracefully
Suppress
(v) to stop, especially by using force
Venal
(adj) willing to use power and influence in a dishonest way in return for money