| astral |
of, concerning, emanating from, or resembling the stars; stellar. |
| confection |
a sweetened candy or fruit. |
| dapper |
neat and stylish in dress and appearance. |
| exhort |
to advise, urge, or incite with great seriousness. |
| filch |
to steal (usually something of slight value) in a sly manner; pilfer. |
| gratify |
to please; satisfy. |
| hegemony |
predominance of one country or social group over others by virtue of leadership or influence. |
| paean |
a song or hymn sung as an expression of praise. |
| paraphernalia |
(used with a singular or plural verb) furnishings or equipment, especially that used in a particular job or activity. |
| plenitude |
abundance; fullness. |
| pundit |
an authoritative, or purportedly authoritative, commentator or critic. |
| revivalist |
suited to or aimed at the purpose of bringing back former beliefs, ideas, or practices. |
| tenacious |
holding on or tending to hold on strongly or persistently (sometimes followed by "of"). |
| unassailable |
not open to attack, doubt, or denial. |
| vanguard |
the leading or foremost position or part of a movement or force; forefront. |