| accretion |
the process of gradual increase or growth, especially by additions from the outside. |
| aggregate |
a sum, combination, or composite of separable elements. |
| alluvium |
sand, soil, gravel, or the like deposited by moving water, as along a river bed. |
| apposite |
fitting; pertinent; appropriate. |
| apprehensive |
feeling fearful about future events. |
| consternation |
surprise and alarm, leading to panic, deep disappointment, or total confusion. |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
| extempore |
without plan or preparation; impromptu or improvised. |
| froward |
unwilling to agree or obey; stubborn; perverse. |
| harrow |
to go over or break up with a harrow. |
| immiscible |
not able to be mixed or blended. |
| impugn |
to call into question; challenge or try to discredit. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| shibboleth |
a slogan, phrase, or belief that characterizes or is held devotedly by a group. |
| vouchsafe |
to grant or give with condescension or as a special favor. |