cursory- not thorough or detailed
impetus- force with which a body moves.
pinnacle- a high pointed piece of rock.
contumely- insulting language or treatment.
bereavement- mourning
cache- a collection of items of the same type stored in a hidden or inaccessible place.
consummation- the point at which something is complete.
calamity- a disaster
avarice- extreme greed for wealth or material gain.
fortify- strengthen with defensive works so as to protect it against attack.
erratic- irregular in pattern or movement
ubiquitous- seeming to be everywhere.
fortitude- courage in pain or adversity
nonchalant- appearing casually calm and relaxed.
affect- make a difference to
effect- a change that is a result or consequence of an action of other cause.
misappropriate- unfairly take for one's own use.
pragmatic- dealing with things in a realistic way that is based on practical considerations.
metacognition- awareness and understanding of one's own thought process.
devoutly- showing deep religious feeling or commitment
