| conjecture |
the making of a guess or inference, especially with little evidence. |
| flagrant |
exceptionally or glaringly noticeable. |
| fraudulent |
characterized by or based on the use of deceit or trickery. |
| induce |
to persuade or influence, as to a course of action. |
| infighting |
conflict or rivalry, often concealed, within an organization or group. |
| menagerie |
a collection of usually wild or exotic animals, or the place where they are exhibited. |
| palpitate |
of the heart, to pulsate rapidly; flutter; quiver. |
| Philistine |
(sometimes lower case) one who is ignorant of, smugly indifferent to, or hostile to aesthetic and cultural values. |
| podium |
a raised platform, as for a speaker or orchestra conductor; dais. |
| prohibitive |
serving as a preventative. |
| propitiate |
to overcome the disfavor or distrust of; conciliate; appease. |
| scintillate |
to send out sparks. |
| skiff |
a small, light boat that may have sails but can be rowed by one oarsman. |
| stockpile |
a supply of items accumulated and maintained for future use. |
| unfeigned |
not pretended or false; genuine; sincere. |