| affiliate |
to join as a member or smaller branch of (usually followed by "with"). |
| albeit |
notwithstanding; even though. |
| caucus |
a private meeting of leaders of a political party to choose candidates or determine policy, or such a group itself. |
| culminate |
to arrive at a climax or conclusion (usually followed by "in"). |
| depict |
to show, describe, or portray in a painting, sculpture, or written work. |
| dictum |
a formal or official pronouncement or declaration. |
| dovetail |
to fit together precisely or harmoniously. |
| dowdy1 |
not at all stylish; shabby or dull. |
| erroneous |
containing or based on a mistake; incorrect. |
| feign |
to pretend or fake; put on a false show of. |
| inane |
devoid of meaning or substance; nonsensical. |
| incarnate |
having bodily form; personified. |
| lummox |
(informal) someone who is especially clumsy, slow, and unintelligent. |
| opportune |
favorable or suitable, especially in relation to time. |
| scrutinize |
to look at closely and carefully, with attention to detail. |