| academicism |
in the arts, rigid adherence to accepted and traditional forms. |
| appellative |
a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible". |
| attune |
to adjust so as to be harmonious. |
| blandishment |
(often plural) flattering or coaxing remarks or stratagems intended to persuade. |
| deadeye |
an expert shooter. |
| denigrate |
to deny the worth of; sneer at; belittle. |
| ensconce |
to position (oneself) firmly or comfortably. |
| flak |
(informal) irritating opposition, criticism, or dissent. |
| lambent |
glowing softly. |
| luminary |
a famous, important, or inspirational person. |
| oblivious |
not conscious or paying attention; unknowing or unaware (usually followed by "to" or "of"). |
| opiate |
something that induces relaxation, calm, or stupor. |
| rapacious |
capable of capturing and eating live prey; predacious. |
| relict |
a plant, animal, or geological feature that has survived in a considerably changed environment. |
| rodomontade |
puffed-up boasting or bravado. |