| aura |
the subtle emanation of a quality or condition of someone or something. |
| belligerence |
a very aggressive or hostile attitude; warlike nature. |
| broach |
to suggest or mention for the first time; bring up. |
| conniption |
(informal) an outburst or fit of anger, hysteria, or the like. |
| credential |
something that entitles one to confidence, credit, privilege, or authority. |
| derange |
to cause to be mentally ill. |
| effigy |
a likeness of a person, usually sculpted, as on a tomb. |
| grapple |
to grasp, twist, or wrestle in close combat. |
| guise |
external appearance or semblance, especially if deceptive. |
| misjudge |
to hold an unjustified opinion of. |
| overbearing |
arrogantly dominating; dictatorial. |
| partake |
to take part; participate (usually followed by "in"). |
| supersede |
to take over the position or influence of; replace. |
| tenure |
the period of holding or possessing something. |
| veracity |
conformance to fact; accuracy; truth. |