1. lamentation

Definition: an act or instance of lamenting

Example: bitter lamentations for the dead

2. disown

Definition: to refuse to acknowledge as one's own ; to repudiate any connection or identification with

Example: Her parents threatened to disown her if she didn't go back to school.

3. morality

Definition: a literary or other imaginative work teaching a moral lesson ; a doctrine or system of moral conduct

Example: The group is calling for a return to traditional morality.

4. masterful

Definition: inclined and usually competent to act as master ; suggestive of a domineering nature

Example: His manner was masterful and abrupt.

5. inadequacy

Definition: the quality or state of being inadequate

Example: the inadequacy of our servings was soon apparent, as hungry guests started clamoring for seconds

6. interpretation

Definition: a particular adaptation or version of a work, method, or style

Example: a literal interpretation of the law

7. forethought

Definition: a thinking or planning out in advance

Example: Her decision showed a lack of forethought.

8. proclamation

Definition: something proclaimed; specifically : an official formal public announcement

Example: The President issued a proclamation which freed the slaves.

9. doctrine

Definition: something that is taught ; a principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief

Example: The government was founded on a doctrine of equality for all people.

10. preeminent

Definition: having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding, supreme

Example: She's the preeminent chef in a city that has many good ones.

11. orthodoxy

Definition: an orthodox belief or practice

Example: I was surprised by the orthodoxy of her political views.

12. conscientious

Definition: governed by or conforming to the dictates of conscience :scrupulous

Example: She has always been a very conscientious worker.

13. petulantly

Definition: insolent or rude in speech or behavior

Example: Her tone was petulant and angry.

14. exhaust

Definition: to drain of strength or energy, wear out, or fatigue greatly

Example: If they keep spending this way, they'll exhaust their savings.

15. speculation

Definition: the contemplation or consideration of some subject

Example: He dismissed their theories as mere speculation.

16. obscene

Definition: disgusting to the senses

Example: He made an obscene gesture at the driver who cut him off.

17. tremble

Definition: to shake involuntarily (as with fear or cold)

Example: His arms and legs began to tremble.

18. relish

Definition: characteristic flavor; especially: pleasing or zestful flavor

Example: I like to eat hot dogs with mustard and relish.

19. dungeon

Definition: a dark usually underground prison or vault

Example: The king threw them in the dungeon.

20. thankless

Definition: not likely to obtain thanks

Example: a thankless boss who seems oblivious to the extra effort his subordinates have made

21. creep

Definition: to move along with the body prone and close to the ground

Example: She crept toward the edge of the roof and looked over.

22. adore

Definition: to worship or honor as a deity or as divine

Example: He's a good doctor. All his patients adore him.

23. tribunal

Definition: a court or forum of justice

Example: An international tribunal was formed to deal with war crimes.

24. staccato

Definition: cut short or apart in performing

Example: the staccato blasts of a horn

25. velvet

Definition: a clothing and upholstery fabric (as of silk, rayon, or wool) characterized by a short soft dense warp pile

Example: She was dressed in black velvet.