aberrant adj. departing from the right, normal, or usual course; deviating from the ordinary, usual, or normal type; exceptional; abnormal.

abeyance n. temporary inactivity, cessation, or suspension: Let's hold that problem in abeyance for a while..

abnegate v.t., to refuse or deny oneself (some rights, conveniences, etc.); reject; renounce; to relinquish; give up.

abstemious adj sparing or moderate in eating and drinking; temperate in diet; characterized by abstinence, restricted to bare necessities; sparing..

accretion n. an increase by natural growth or by gradual external addition; growth in size or extent; the result of this process; an added part; addition..

acropolis n. the citadel or high fortified area of an ancient Greek city..

adumbrate v.t., to produce a faint image or resemblance of; to outline or sketch; to foreshadow; prefigure; to darken or conceal partially; overshadow..

aegis n. Class. Myth. the shield or breastplate of Zeus or Athena; protection; support; sponsorship; auspices..

affinity n., adj. a natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.

apparition n. a supernatural appearance of a person or thing, esp. a ghost; a specter or phantom; wraith..

asperity n. harshness or sharpness of tone, temper, or manner; severity; acrimony.

atelier n. a workshop or studio, esp. of an artist, artisan, or designer..

auspicious adj. promising success; propitious; opportune; favorable; favored by fortune; prosperous; fortunate..

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