| adherent |
one who supports or follows a person, party, principle, or the like (usually followed by "of"). |
| apogee |
the highest or farthest point. |
| artifice |
a shrewd or clever trick. |
| concurrent |
existing or occurring at the same time. |
| connoisseur |
a person with the experience, expertise, and sense of appreciation to make informed judgments in a fine art or in matters of taste. |
| derange |
to cause to be mentally ill. |
| nonpartisan |
not influenced or determined by the policies or interests of a political party. |
| paraphernalia |
(used with a singular or plural verb) furnishings or equipment, especially that used in a particular job or activity. |
| promontory |
a high cliff that sticks out into a large body of water or that rises above an area of lower land. |
| puerile |
immature or silly; childish. |
| retaliate |
to strike back; take revenge. |
| trepidation |
a condition of anxiety or dread; alarm. |
| umbrage |
a feeling of offense, irritation, or resentment. |
| upshot |
the most important issue, result, or conclusion. |
| vociferous |
crying out, especially in protest; vocal; clamorous. |