aggregate |
a sum, combination, or composite of separable elements. |
apotheosis |
a perfect or ideal example; epitome. |
apposite |
fitting; pertinent; appropriate. |
attenuate |
to cause to be thin, rarefied, or fine. |
cachet |
prestige. |
daunt |
to lessen the determination of; intimidate; discourage. |
dawdle |
to waste time; be slow. |
demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
expostulate |
to argue earnestly with someone, usually against an intended action; remonstrate. |
indomitable |
too strong to be subdued or discouraged; unconquerable. |
kibbutz |
an Israeli farming settlement whose ownership is shared by those who live and work there. |
loll |
to hang down loosely; dangle. |
pronate |
to turn or rotate (the hand or forearm) so that the palm of the hand faces down or backwards. |
Sabbatarian |
one who observes the Sabbath on Saturday, as Jews and certain Christians. |
untoward |
unexpected and unfortunate. |