| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| empale | (verb) pierce with a sharp stake or point | Synonyms: impale, spike, transfix |
| impale | (verb) pierce with a sharp stake or point | Synonyms: empale, spike, transfix |
| (verb) kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole | Synonyms: stake | |
| opalesce | (verb) exhibit a play of colors like that of an opal | - |
| (verb) reflect light or colors like an opal | - | |
| pale | (verb) turn pale, as if in fear | Synonyms: blanch, blench |