| allude |
to mention (usually followed by "to"). |
| attrition |
a gradual erosion of strength or morale. |
| coercive |
using threats, intimidation, or force to persuade or pressure someone to do something. |
| credential |
something that entitles one to confidence, credit, privilege, or authority. |
| explicate |
to make clear or explain completely. |
| facet |
one of the small, flat, polished surfaces of a cut gem. |
| finicky |
exceptionally fussy or hard to satisfy. |
| grassroots |
originating with or operating among the common people. |
| misinterpret |
to comprehend incorrectly; misunderstand. |
| overbear |
to dominate or overwhelm; prevail over. |
| preempt |
to seize or appropriate ahead of others. |
| reprehensible |
deserving of blame or reproof; condemnable; blameworthy. |
| stark |
in all respects; total; extreme. |
| ultimatum |
a final statement of demands, especially when issued with a threat of action if rejected, as in a diplomatic discussion. |
| vignette |
a brief written or musical sketch, or brief film scene, that describes or characterizes a person, incident, situation, or the like. |