Supinely- Adverb- A person lying face up
She was lying supinely upon the bed.
Inviolate- Adjective- Free or safe from injury or violation
The man was inviolate after the attempted assault.
Martial- Adjective- Of or appropriate
to war; warlike
The man was very martial in his actions as he walked with a combat like stance.
Despotism- Noun- The exercise of
absolute power, esp. in a cruel and oppressive way
The prisoners felt that despotism was being used, but in reality it was just an average prison.
Prudent- Adjective- Acting with or
showing care and thought for the future
The prudent man adopted the stray cat to save its life.
Abrogate- Verb- Repeal or do away
with (a law, right, or formal agreement)
The judge abrogated the law that stated that animals were not allowed on city streets.
Buttress- Noun- A projecting support of stone or brick built
against a wall; a source of defense or support
The buttress held up the leaning building until the destruction company could get there.
Concomitant- Adjective- Naturally accompanying or associated
The woman loved to go on lavish vacations, even with the concomitant worries.
Diaphanous- Adjective- Light, delicate, and translucent
The butterflies diaphanous wings almost glowed in the sunshine.
Impinge-
Verb- Have an effect or impact, esp. a negative one
The mans words impinged on the minds of the three young students.
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