| cogent |
convincing, or compelling by virtue of a strong argument or clear presentation. |
| convivial |
enjoying feasting, drinking, and socializing; sociable. |
| duplicitous |
deceitful, treacherous, or double-dealing. |
| fraudulent |
characterized by or based on the use of deceit or trickery. |
| hone |
to make more effective or adept; perfect. |
| impassive |
not having, showing, or responding to emotion; unfeeling, expressionless, or insensitive. |
| overture |
an opening move to begin something. |
| paltry |
small, trifling, or worthless. |
| propagate |
to reproduce (offspring) or cause to reproduce. |
| protocol |
the proper or agreed upon way of conducting oneself or of doing something. |
| reimburse |
to pay back for (expenses or losses incurred). |
| resonance |
ability to make a strong or lasting effect, especially because of an emotional association. |
| severance |
the act, process, or result of breaking off or separating. |
| tedium |
the state or condition of being dull, boring, or wearisome; monotony. |
| totality |
the state or quality of being total. |