| aggregate |
a sum, combination, or composite of separable elements. |
| centripetal |
forced or moving inward toward a center point or axis. |
| cravat |
a scarf or band of cloth tied loosely about the neck. |
| doyen |
the senior or highest-ranking male member of a group. |
| epicure |
a person who has cultivated tastes, as in food or wine; connoisseur. |
| incessant |
never stopping; constant. |
| inchoate |
partially or imperfectly developed. |
| incredulous |
not able to believe something. |
| intransigence |
refusal to alter one's ideas or position in response to the wishes of others. |
| nonplus |
to cause (someone) to be unable to think of what to say, do, or decide; perplex; bewilder. |
| obtrusive |
aggressive and self-assertive, or inclined to be so. |
| obviate |
to prevent or eliminate in advance; render unnecessary or irrelevant. |
| pliant |
easily flexed; supple. |
| 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. |