Italian to English Dictionary (Dizionario Italiano-Inglese)

Statutory law

Written law passed by a legislative body or the proper governmental authority, as distinguished from unwritten or common law.

Subdue

To conquer or bring under control by force.

Time dilation

The difference in the elapsed time measured by two observers, due to a relative velocity between them or to a difference in gravitational potential.

Ulterior motive

A hidden purpose or reason for doing something, especially one that is kept concealed from other people.

Unenlightened

Not knowing about or understanding modern ideas, cultures, or spiritual truths; lacking insight or information.

Valedictory

Serving as a farewell; expressing parting salutations or departing remarks.

Waft

To pass or cause to pass easily and gently through or as if through the air.

Warped

Bent or twisted out of shape, typically as a result of the effects of heat or damp.

damselfly

An insect related to the dragonfly, typically smaller and more slender, which holds its wings folded back over its abdomen when at rest.

declamation

The delivery of an emphatic or rhetorical speech, often performed as an exercise in elocution or acting.

deep-hued

Having a dark, rich, or intense color.

deferential

Showing respectful humility or yielding to the judgment, opinion, or wishes of another.