| apotheosis |
a perfect or ideal example; epitome. |
| brash |
rudely self-assertive; bold; impudent. |
| daunt |
to lessen the determination of; intimidate; discourage. |
| expostulate |
to argue earnestly with someone, usually against an intended action; remonstrate. |
| extempore |
without plan or preparation; impromptu or improvised. |
| gadfly |
a persistent critic, especially of established institutions and policies. |
| internecine |
of or pertaining to conflict, discord, or struggle within a group. |
| laureate |
one honored for achievement in a particular field or by a particular award, especially in the arts or sciences. |
| maunder |
to speak in an aimless or foolish way; babble. |
| oppugn |
to oppose, contradict, criticize, or call into question. |
| pastiche |
a work of visual art, music, or literature that consists mostly of materials and techniques borrowed from other works, sometimes done as an exercise to learn the technique of others. |
| proselytize |
to convert or try actively to convert (others) to one's own beliefs or religion. |
| shyster |
a person, usually a lawyer, who uses underhanded, unethical methods. |
| tamp |
to compress and pack tightly by repeated light taps. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |