| backfire |
to have results that are the opposite of what one wanted. |
| coterie |
a small, exclusive group of friends or associates with similar interest or activities; clique. |
| desirous |
having a wish or a longing for something. |
| ethereal |
highly refined; unworldly. |
| forage |
food for animals such as horses or cattle. |
| grassroots |
originating with or operating among the common people. |
| imperil |
to put at risk; endanger. |
| inexorable |
not subject to change by any force or influence; unyielding or unrelenting. |
| preemptive |
of or relating to a strike or attack such as a bid in bridge or a military attack, made in anticipation of or to prevent an opposing strike. |
| recrimination |
an accusation made in response to being accused by another, or the act of countering one accusation with another. |
| slovenly |
careless or disgustingly dirty. |
| swathe |
to wrap up, enfold, or bind, especially with a wrapping material or bands. |
| vanguard |
the leading or foremost position or part of a movement or force; forefront. |
| wanton |
lacking restraint in the pursuit of sexual pleasure. |
| witticism |
a clever, often perceptive joke, insult, or saying. |