| aplomb |
great self-confidence, composure, or poise. |
| calumny |
a harmful statement, known by the maker to be false. |
| collateral |
property or other security put forward to guarantee repayment of a loan. |
| cravat |
a scarf or band of cloth tied loosely about the neck. |
| desideratum |
something that is needed or wanted. |
| disingenuous |
not candid or sincere. |
| exceptionable |
likely to be objected to; objectionable. |
| fungible |
interchangeable. |
| guru |
in a cult or religious movement, a spiritual guide or leader, sometimes believed to be divine. |
| internecine |
of or pertaining to conflict, discord, or struggle within a group. |
| lachrymose |
weeping, tending to weep readily, or being on the point of tears; tearful. |
| pelf |
money or wealth, usually regarded with disapproval or contempt. |
| precursory |
coming before and serving to indicate what will follow; premonitory. |
| savor |
to give an impression; hint (usually followed by "of"). |
| stentorian |
extremely loud and powerful. |