| academician |
one who belongs to an organization or institution that promotes learning. |
| altercation |
a loud or angry argument or quarrel. |
| bulwark |
a wall or wall-like structure, often made of earth and used for defense; rampart. |
| esoteric |
understood or known only by a few persons who have special training, access, or interests. |
| genteel |
displaying traits such as refinement and politeness that are traditionally associated with wealth and education. |
| inconsequential |
having no significant effect or result; not important. |
| infighting |
conflict or rivalry, often concealed, within an organization or group. |
| noncommittal |
not revealing what one's preference, feeling, or opinion is. |
| presumption |
a belief that is taken for granted but not proved. |
| putrid |
of, concerning, or exhibiting rot or decomposition. |
| quorum |
the number of members that an organization's rules require to attend a meeting in order for voting or other business to take place. |
| quota |
the part or share of something that is due to a person or group. |
| reminiscence |
something that is remembered; memory or impression. |
| scrutinize |
to look at closely and carefully, with attention to detail. |
| submissive |
inclined or obliged to submit; unresisting; obedient; docile. |