| accretion |
the process of gradual increase or growth, especially by additions from the outside. |
| aplomb |
great self-confidence, composure, or poise. |
| coalesce |
to grow together or unite to form a single body or organization; unify; fuse. |
| comity |
mutual courtesy and respectful treatment among people or nations. |
| foible |
a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior. |
| glut |
a greater supply or amount than is needed. |
| hirsute |
covered with hair or stiff hairs; hairy or shaggy. |
| impermeable |
not permitting passage or penetration. |
| lien |
a legal claim on a piece of property when the current owner is in default on a debt or obligation. |
| lupine2 |
fierce; greedy. |
| noisome |
offensive or disgusting, especially in smell; foul. |
| parturient |
giving birth or about to give birth; in labor. |
| pinchbeck |
false, sham, or counterfeit. |
| purvey |
to supply or provide (especially food, drink, or other provisions). |
| solecism |
a gross violation of convention in grammar, etiquette, or the like; impropriety. |