The following glossary contains unfamiliar (to me) terms.


abjuration
Renounce under oath; forswear. Recant solemnly; repudiate. Give up.
Abstain from.

abstemious
Eating and drinking in moderation. Sparingly used. Restricted to bare
necessities.

Aceldama
A place with dreadful associations.

animadversion
Strong criticism.

approbate
Sanction officially; authorize.

arbitrament
Arbitrating; arbitration. Judgment of an arbitrator or arbiter.

assiduity
Persistent application or diligence; unflagging effort. Constant
personal attention.

(a)thymy
(Not) abounding with thyme; fragrant.