Vocabulary

Opaque-ADJ
Not able to be seen through; not transparent

Propensity-N
An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way

Esoteric-ADJ
Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest

Vitiated-V
Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest

Magnate-N
A wealthy and influential person, esp. in business

Malleable-ADJ
(Of a metal or other material) able to be hammered or pressed permanently out of shape without breaking or cracking.

Dearth-N
A scarcity or lack of something

Florid-ADJ
Having a red or flushed complexion

Evanescent-ADJ
Soon passing out of sight, memory, or existence; quickly fading or disappearing

Veneration-V
Regard with great respect; reveres