| concourse |
a large open space, as in a railway station, where many people pass or gather. |
| deleterious |
harmful or injurious, as to health. |
| ignominious |
characterized by or associated with disgrace, dishonor, or shame; humiliating. |
| impetus |
something that urges or impels; a driving force. |
| infatuation |
the condition of being deprived of judgment by an irrational or foolish attachment to someone or something. |
| lummox |
(informal) someone who is especially clumsy, slow, and unintelligent. |
| parley |
a discussion, especially between opponents or enemies, as to establish terms of truce. |
| pliable |
easily bent; flexible; malleable. |
| possessive |
having a strong desire to own and keep things. |
| referendum |
the submission of a legislative measure to a vote by the general public, or the vote thus taken. |
| reinstate |
to put back into a former position, condition, or state of effectiveness. |
| remiss |
careless or negligent, especially in the performance of one's duty. |
| sinewy |
of sinew, or sinewlike; strong; tough. |
| stigma |
a long-lasting mark or stain on one's character or reputation, especially of disgrace or reproach. |
| supercilious |
showing an arrogant disregard, as a look, manner, or person. |