capacious |
able to contain a large amount; roomy. |
chauvinist |
one who has a biased belief in the superiority of one's own sex over the other. |
demagogue |
a leader, especially a speaker or politician, who attempts to persuade and to gain a following by appealing to the emotions and prejudices of the public, rather than by rational argument. |
demean1 |
to lower in esteem, stature, or dignity; degrade. |
dispensary |
a room in an institution, such as a hospital, in which medical supplies are kept and given out. |
expendable |
considered able to be replaced, given up, or sacrificed. |
hubris |
the pride associated with arrogance; pride considered as sin. |
invoke |
to call out to (a god, muse, or the like) for help, support, protection, or inspiration. |
opulent |
having or displaying wealth and luxury. |
pique |
to cause (a feeling or action) to be aroused or incited. |
postulate |
to assert as something true, especially as a basis for reasoning. |
rejuvenate |
to restore the vigor, health, or appearance of youth to. |
repugnance |
strong dislike, distaste, or aversion. |
reticent |
reluctant to speak; not given to frequent speech; restrained; shy. |
verve |
energetic enthusiasm; liveliness. |