| aural2 |
of or relating to the ear or hearing. |
| coerce |
to persuade or pressure (a person) to do something by using threats, intimidation, or the like. |
| defeatist |
characterized by an acceptance or expectation of failure. |
| filial |
of, concerning, or befitting a daughter or son. |
| gentry |
people who come from families of high social standing. |
| increment |
a rise or addition in number or value, often small. |
| intractable |
not easily controlled, managed, or persuaded. |
| maritime |
of or relating to sea ships or navigation of the sea. |
| mediate |
to act as an intermediary in (a dispute) or bring about (an agreement). |
| natty |
(informal) neat, well-groomed, and smartly dressed; dapper. |
| philanthropy |
collective efforts made to do good for others, especially in the form of making monetary donations or engaging in charitable works. |
| poseur |
one who adopts an affected attitude or manner in order to impress others. |
| progeny |
a descendant, or descendants collectively; offspring. |
| simpleminded |
not complex or sophisticated. |
| stagnate |
to be or become motionless, fouled, or lacking in energy, originality, or development. |