| appellative |
a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible". |
| daunt |
to lessen the determination of; intimidate; discourage. |
| electuary |
a drug mixed with honey, syrup, or the like to form a paste to be smeared on the teeth or gums of a sick animal. |
| gird |
to surround, bind, or encircle, as with a belt. |
| glut |
a greater supply or amount than is needed. |
| inveigle |
to entice or ensnare by clever talk or flattery. |
| jejune |
lacking interest or liveliness; dull. |
| luminary |
a famous, important, or inspirational person. |
| modus operandi |
a method of accomplishing something; way of working. |
| otiose |
having no purpose or use; unnecessary or futile. |
| quondam |
having been in the past; former. |
| rapacious |
capable of capturing and eating live prey; predacious. |
| salvo |
the firing of guns or other firearms simultaneously or in succession, especially as a salute. |
| sartorial |
of or pertaining to tailors or tailored clothing, especially men's clothing. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |