| avuncular |
of, concerning, or like an uncle; kind; benevolent. |
| belated |
too late; tardy. |
| bigotry |
intolerance of any group or belief that is not one's own, especially in the form of racial, ethnic, or religious intolerance and prejudice. |
| complement |
to go well with, complete, or perfect. |
| dregs |
the part of anything that is left over or that has the least value or use. |
| energize |
to inspire, make active, or enliven. |
| exemplify |
to serve as an illustration of. |
| exhort |
to advise, urge, or incite with great seriousness. |
| fetid |
having a foul odor; stinking. |
| fraudulent |
characterized by or based on the use of deceit or trickery. |
| mien |
one's manner or bearing. |
| mollify |
to ease or soothe the anger or emotion of; make calmer; appease. |
| opprobrium |
a condition of disgrace or shame; ignominy. |
| prospectus |
a written description or summary of a proposed project. |
| tantamount |
equal to or the same as; equivalent. |