| apposite |
fitting; pertinent; appropriate. |
| atavism |
the recurrence or reappearance of a particular trait, style, attitude, or behavior that seemed to have disappeared, or that which has recurred or reappeared after such an absence. |
| atonement |
the act of making reparation for a sin, crime, error, or the like. |
| élan |
enthusiasm or vigor. |
| electuary |
a drug mixed with honey, syrup, or the like to form a paste to be smeared on the teeth or gums of a sick animal. |
| epistemology |
the branch of philosophy dealing with the origin, nature, and limits of human knowledge. |
| flagitious |
viciously or shamefully wicked; infamous. |
| germane |
having relevance to a given matter; pertinent; significant. |
| guttural |
articulated in the back of the mouth; velar. |
| imbroglio |
a difficult, confused, or complicated situation, often involving a misunderstanding, disagreement, or quarrel. |
| impediment |
an obstacle or hindrance. |
| maunder |
to speak in an aimless or foolish way; babble. |
| perquisite |
a payment or benefit in addition to the wages or salary associated with a position. |
| stately |
dignified. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |