| abridgment |
the process or an instance of making shorter or condensing. |
| decorum |
properness of behavior, manner, appearance, or the like; dignity; propriety. |
| dormer |
a window set vertically into a projecting structure on a sloping roof. |
| equable |
not varying extremely or suddenly; uniform; stable. |
| equity |
the quality of being fair and reasonable; fairness. |
| expunge |
to cross out or erase. |
| filch |
to steal (usually something of slight value) in a sly manner; pilfer. |
| gawk |
to look at someone or something fixedly and somewhat dopily; gape. |
| impeccable |
flawless or blameless; perfect. |
| mannerism |
a distinctive and habitual behavioral characteristic. |
| mores |
the behaviors and manners accepted and expected in a social group, embodying its fundamental moral standards. |
| postulate |
to assert as something true, especially as a basis for reasoning. |
| probity |
proven trustworthiness; honesty; integrity. |
| profundity |
that which involves great insight or intellectual depth. |
| venerable |
deserving honor, respect, or reverence because of advanced age, noble character, or dignified position. |