| aggregate |
a sum, combination, or composite of separable elements. |
| appellative |
a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible". |
| belabor |
to continue excessive efforts on or excessive discussion of. |
| canard |
a deliberately false story or rumor, usually defamatory to someone. |
| cognizant |
aware; informed (usually followed by "of"). |
| collateral |
property or other security put forward to guarantee repayment of a loan. |
| desideratum |
something that is needed or wanted. |
| extirpate |
to get rid of completely, as if by pulling up the roots; root out. |
| festoon |
a decorative chain or strip of ribbons, flowers, leaves, or the like, suspended at the ends and hung in a curve. |
| germane |
having relevance to a given matter; pertinent; significant. |
| harrow |
to go over or break up with a harrow. |
| purvey |
to supply or provide (especially food, drink, or other provisions). |
| sanctimony |
a pretense of righteousness or piety; feigned devotion or holiness. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |
| tyro |
one who is beginning to learn a business, trade, sport, or the like; novice; neophyte. |