| amortize |
to deduct (expenditures) by fixed amounts over a period of time. |
| apprise |
to inform (often followed by "of"). |
| askance |
with distrust or suspicion. |
| consummate |
of the highest order or degree. |
| declivity |
a downward or descending slope. |
| doyen |
the senior or highest-ranking male member of a group. |
| exceptionable |
likely to be objected to; objectionable. |
| imbroglio |
a difficult, confused, or complicated situation, often involving a misunderstanding, disagreement, or quarrel. |
| immiscible |
not able to be mixed or blended. |
| incumbent |
currently holding an office or position. |
| nonplus |
to cause (someone) to be unable to think of what to say, do, or decide; perplex; bewilder. |
| oblivious |
not conscious or paying attention; unknowing or unaware (usually followed by "to" or "of"). |
| putrefaction |
the act or process of rotting or decomposing. |
| quotidian |
happening every day or once a day. |
| stentorian |
extremely loud and powerful. |