| cabal |
a small group of people engaged in a secret plot, usually of a political nature. |
| histrionic |
done in a theatrical, emotional, or affected manner; overly dramatic. |
| infinitesimal |
of a thing or quantity, too small to be measured or calculated. |
| ingrain |
to impress (habits, ideas, values, or the like) deeply and firmly in one's nature or mind. |
| intractable |
not easily controlled, managed, or persuaded. |
| machination |
(usually plural) elaborate or devious schemes. |
| motif |
a distinct formal unit such as a design, theme, or musical phrase that may repeat in, dominate, characterize, or be a prominent feature of an aesthetic or decorative work. |
| presumptive |
affording a reasonable basis for belief. |
| progeny |
a descendant, or descendants collectively; offspring. |
| projectile |
any object that is thrown, fired, or shot by an outside force or weapon. |
| propitiate |
to overcome the disfavor or distrust of; conciliate; appease. |
| raconteur |
one who is talented in storytelling. |
| repertory |
a stock of skills, talents, or performing pieces; repertoire. |
| tincture |
an alcohol solution containing a medicinal substance. |
| untimely |
not occurring at a convenient or appropriate time; poorly timed. |