abdicate
dearth
(n.) a lack, scarcity, inadequate supply; a famine
adherent
a follower, supporter; attached, sticking to
nuance
a subtle or slight variation (as in color, meaning, quality), delicate gradation or shade of difference
acerbic
bitter, sharp in taste or temper
placid
calm, peaceful
malleable
capable of being shaped
daub
cover (a surface) by smearing (a substance) over it
abdicate
formally give up a position or responsibility; commonly refers to royalty renouncing the throne
needle
goad or provoke,as by constant criticism
ambiguous
having more than one meaning; unclear, uncertain
malapropism
ludicrous misuse of a word
odious
repulsive
palpitate
to beat rapidly; to shake or flutter
gambol
to dance or skip around playfully
gratuitous
uncalled for; unwarranted