| aggregate |
a sum, combination, or composite of separable elements. |
| delectation |
enjoyment; delight; pleasure. |
| duress |
intimidation or coercion. |
| erudite |
having or showing a high level of scholarly knowledge; learned. |
| extenuate |
to reduce the magnitude or seriousness of (a fault or offense) by offering partial excuses. |
| foible |
a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior. |
| intransigence |
refusal to alter one's ideas or position in response to the wishes of others. |
| mésalliance |
marriage with someone of lower social standing than oneself. |
| mendicant |
living on charity; begging. |
| neologism |
a new word, phrase, or usage. |
| parturient |
giving birth or about to give birth; in labor. |
| quondam |
having been in the past; former. |
| reconnoiter |
to go through or over (an area) so as to gain information about it, as for military or engineering purposes. |
| sotto voce |
in a low voice or undertone, so as not to be overheard; softly (often used as a musical direction). |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |