adjective impossible to disprove; indisputable.Her last two points were irrefutable, and he was forced to admit she was right. See the full entry

transitive verb to tell a history of events; relate; narrate.The newscaster recounted her early years in television.They recounted their adventures on their trip. See the full entry

noun a situation that allows no escape or solution; stalemate.Trade negotiations reached an impasse when neither side was willing to reduce tariffs. See the full entry

noun excessive unwillingness to spend money or use resources; stinginess.As their uncle’s parsimony was well known, his generous gifts came as a great surprise. See the full entry

noun a woman who acts as head of a family, tribe, or other group of people. The matriarch had made her decision, and her husband and sons were obliged to obey. See…