| acclimate |
to become used to new weather conditions or surroundings. |
| burlesque |
a book, play, skit, or the like that mocks something by comically treating it with inappropriate seriousness or levity. |
| complement |
to go well with, complete, or perfect. |
| constraint |
a state of confinement or restraint. |
| contortion |
a straining or twisting by the intellect; mental gymnastics. |
| enumerate |
to name or list one by one. |
| flamboyant |
exceptionally showy or dashing in one's speech, manner, or appearance. |
| fraudulent |
characterized by or based on the use of deceit or trickery. |
| inducement |
something used to persuade someone to a course of action; incentive. |
| misguide |
to misdirect or lead astray. |
| overt |
openly apparent; not concealed. (Cf. covert.) |
| paraphernalia |
(used with a singular or plural verb) furnishings or equipment, especially that used in a particular job or activity. |
| quell |
to overpower or suppress with force; put down; quash. |
| resonance |
ability to make a strong or lasting effect, especially because of an emotional association. |
| stymie |
throw an obstacle in the way of (something or someone); impede; thwart. |