relish
Great enjoyment.
stilted
Stiff and self-conscious or unnatural.
pristine
in original condition; unspoiled, pure, fresh.
discourse
Written or spoken communication or debate.
appraise
To assess the value or quality of something.
vindication
The action of clearing someone of blame or suspicion.
lunatic
An extremely foolish or eccentric person.
polygamy
The practice or custom of having more than one wife or husband at the same time.
bewildering
Confusing or perplexing.
persecution
Hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of race or political or religious beliefs.
obscure
Not discovered or known about; uncertain.
jaundiced
Affected by bitterness, resentment, or envy.
Ebony
heavy blackish or very dark brown timber from a mainly tropical tree.
jocular
Fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful.
panache
Flamboyant confidence of style or manner.
sovereignty
Supreme power or authority.
dominion
Sovereignty or control.
gossamer
A fine, filmy substance consisting of cobwebs spun by small spiders, seen especially in autumn.
sorrel
A European plant of the dock family, with arrow-shaped leaves that are used in salads and cooking for their acidic flavor.
raucous
Making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.
