| abysmal |
of vast extent; unmeasurable; extreme. |
| aplomb |
great self-confidence, composure, or poise. |
| attune |
to adjust so as to be harmonious. |
| cloture |
in U.S. parliamentary procedure, a method of ending debate and causing an immediate vote on the matter being discussed. |
| foible |
a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior. |
| imbroglio |
a difficult, confused, or complicated situation, often involving a misunderstanding, disagreement, or quarrel. |
| imprecation |
a curse, uttered or thought of. |
| incumbent |
currently holding an office or position. |
| indulgent |
gratifying, or being inclined to gratify or yield to others' wishes, especially rather than enforcing discipline or strictness. |
| interdict |
to deter or impede by the steady use of firepower. |
| magnum opus |
a great work of art, literature, or music, especially a particular person's masterpiece. |
| malfeasance |
an illegal act or wrongdoing, especially by a public official. |
| nonpareil |
a person or thing whose excellence is unequaled; paragon. |
| peremptory |
not permitting refusal or disobedience. |
| uxorious |
excessively or foolishly devoted to one's wife, and often thereby submissive to her. |