| avow |
to assert or affirm. |
| bellicose |
easily incited to quarrel or fight; belligerent. |
| canard |
a deliberately false story or rumor, usually defamatory to someone. |
| ersatz |
serving as a substitute, especially when of inferior quality. |
| gambit |
a tactic or maneuver designed to gain an advantage, especially one that involves some sacrifice on one's part. |
| glean |
to gather or discover (facts, information, or the like) a little at a time. |
| guru |
in a cult or religious movement, a spiritual guide or leader, sometimes believed to be divine. |
| imbroglio |
a difficult, confused, or complicated situation, often involving a misunderstanding, disagreement, or quarrel. |
| impromptu |
without advance plan or preparation; spontaneously. |
| inanition |
a state of exhaustion caused by a lack of nourishment. |
| insinuate |
to suggest (something derogatory) subtly and indirectly. |
| neologism |
a new word, phrase, or usage. |
| paroxysm |
a sudden strong outburst of feelings or actions. |
| sere1 |
dried up or withered. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |