| aplomb |
great self-confidence, composure, or poise. |
| 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. |
| boorish |
rude; ill-mannered; crude. |
| contretemps |
an embarrassing or unfortunate happening; mishap; mischance. |
| eidetic |
pertaining to or designating the ability to recall images in almost perfect detail. |
| flout |
to show scorn or contempt for, especially by openly or deliberately disobeying. |
| halcyon |
tranquil; peaceful; calm. |
| humanism |
a doctrine or mode of thought that gives highest importance to human dignity, values, potentials, and achievements. |
| indemnity |
insurance against damage, loss, or liability. |
| laudatory |
expressing praise. |
| ligature |
a band or tie. |
| omnibus |
concerning or including a large collection of things. |
| syntax |
the word order or pattern of word order in a sentence. |
| untoward |
unexpected and unfortunate. |
| uxorial |
of, pertaining to, or befitting a wife. |