| asceticism |
self-discipline and self-denial as a means of spiritual improvement. |
| assuage |
to make less severe or more bearable; alleviate. |
| conclave |
a secret, private, or confidential meeting or gathering. |
| corporeal |
having to do with a physical body; bodily. |
| crass |
lacking in sensitivity or refinement; crude. |
| daunt |
to lessen the determination of; intimidate; discourage. |
| disencumber |
to remove burdens or hindrances from. |
| fracas |
a noisy disturbance or quarrel. |
| imbroglio |
a difficult, confused, or complicated situation, often involving a misunderstanding, disagreement, or quarrel. |
| impromptu |
without advance plan or preparation; spontaneously. |
| incumbent |
currently holding an office or position. |
| maladroit |
not skillful; clumsy; tactless. |
| minatory |
presenting a threat; menacing. |
| symbiosis |
a close association, usually a mutually beneficial relationship, between two dissimilar organisms. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |