| affiliate |
to join as a member or smaller branch of (usually followed by "with"). |
| connotation |
a secondary meaning or implication of a word or expression, in addition to its primary meaning. |
| dowdy1 |
not at all stylish; shabby or dull. |
| embellish |
to improve by, or as though by, decorations; decorate. |
| frivolous |
unworthy of serious consideration or merit; trivial or silly. |
| gargantuan |
(sometimes capitalized) of enormous proportions; huge; gigantic. |
| grassroots |
originating with or operating among the common people. |
| inclusive |
comprising or covering a great deal; comprehensive. |
| infamous |
having, deserving, or causing a bad reputation; notorious or shameful. |
| manifesto |
a public statement of principles and intentions, usually by an organized political group or person. |
| moderation |
the avoidance of excesses or extremes, especially in behavior. |
| overweening |
particularly forward, vain, and self-promoting. |
| stymie |
throw an obstacle in the way of (something or someone); impede; thwart. |
| whimsical |
characterized by or resulting from a sudden desire or fancy. |
| zealot |
a person who is excessively and often intolerantly enthusiastic, especially about a cause or religious faith; fanatic. |