adherent |
one who supports or follows a person, party, principle, or the like (usually followed by "of"). |
augment |
to make greater in size or amount; increase. |
capacious |
able to contain a large amount; roomy. |
diffuse |
in the physical sciences, to flow toward regions of lower concentration. |
dossier |
a set of papers or documents that provide detailed information on a particular person or subject. |
grievous |
causing emotional or physical suffering; painful. |
ignominious |
characterized by or associated with disgrace, dishonor, or shame; humiliating. |
implausible |
hard to believe or credit. |
intolerant |
not able or not willing to accept different opinions, beliefs, customs, or people; not tolerant. |
panacea |
a remedy or solution for all diseases, ills, or difficulties; cure-all. |
poseur |
one who adopts an affected attitude or manner in order to impress others. |
predilection |
an inclination to favor something; partiality or preference. |
singularity |
an unusual trait or quality. |
sublime |
exalted or noble; lofty. |
tempestuous |
characterized by disturbance or commotion; stormy; turbulent. |