| coerce |
to persuade or pressure (a person) to do something by using threats, intimidation, or the like. |
| depose |
to deprive of rank or office, especially from an important position such as that of king. |
| devious |
not the straightest, most direct way; winding; roundabout. |
| digression |
the act or result of straying from the main topic. |
| droll |
wryly amusing or humorous. |
| echelon |
a level of authority or rank, as in an organization. |
| exorbitant |
exceeding the bounds of what is reasonable, fair, or proper; immoderate. |
| explicate |
to make clear or explain completely. |
| imitative |
of, involving, or characterized by reproduction or copying; not original. |
| inveterate |
persisting in a habit, action, feeling, or the like. |
| mimicry |
an act, instance, or the art of imitating or copying the speech, behavior, or expressions of others. |
| obsequious |
showing or tending to show servile obedience or deference; fawning. |
| probity |
proven trustworthiness; honesty; integrity. |
| singular |
extraordinary or exceptional. |
| timely |
happening at just the right moment. |