| aggregate |
a sum, combination, or composite of separable elements. |
| collateral |
property or other security put forward to guarantee repayment of a loan. |
| corollary |
a readily drawn conclusion; deduction or inference. |
| delectation |
enjoyment; delight; pleasure. |
| despoil |
to forcefully take belongings or goods from; plunder. |
| encomium |
a formal expression of praise. |
| epicene |
sharing the traits of both sexes. |
| flak |
(informal) irritating opposition, criticism, or dissent. |
| flummox |
(informal) to confuse or puzzle. |
| gambit |
a tactic or maneuver designed to gain an advantage, especially one that involves some sacrifice on one's part. |
| incumbent |
currently holding an office or position. |
| modular |
designed with standardized units that may be arranged or connected in a variety of ways. |
| penury |
severe poverty; pennilessness. |
| proselytize |
to convert or try actively to convert (others) to one's own beliefs or religion. |
| repine |
to express or feel unhappiness; complain; fret. |