| categorical |
with no exceptions or conditions; absolute. |
| disputatious |
inclined to quarrel or provoke argument. |
| dote |
to have or show too much love or affection (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| inundate |
to cover or overspread with water, especially a very large amount; flood. |
| jollity |
the state or quality of being merry; gaiety. |
| latent |
present but not yet apparent, developed, or operative. |
| leaven |
to produce fermentation in (dough or batter), consequently causing the dough or batter to rise in the process of baking. |
| liberality |
an attitude of tolerance and respect for individual differences. |
| malignant |
meant to cause harm; evil. |
| maturation |
the act or process of becoming fully grown or developed, in structure, behavior, or the like. |
| pastoral |
of or relating to the country or country life; rural. |
| retinue |
a group of attendants or other employees who accompany a prominent person. |
| ulterior |
beyond or excluded from what is openly admitted or shown, especially when concealed for the purposes of deception. |
| venerable |
deserving honor, respect, or reverence because of advanced age, noble character, or dignified position. |
| vie |
to compete with another for victory, superiority, or the like (usually followed by "for"). |