| aggregate |
a sum, combination, or composite of separable elements. |
| arrant |
complete; unmitigated; downright. |
| effete |
marked by excessive refinement or delicateness of taste. |
| ensconce |
to position (oneself) firmly or comfortably. |
| equivocal |
having at least two plausible alternative meanings, often intentionally so in order to deceive or avoid commitment; ambiguous. |
| erudite |
having or showing a high level of scholarly knowledge; learned. |
| extenuate |
to reduce the magnitude or seriousness of (a fault or offense) by offering partial excuses. |
| incredulous |
not able to believe something. |
| magnum opus |
a great work of art, literature, or music, especially a particular person's masterpiece. |
| parlous |
full of dangers or risks; perilous. |
| pusillanimous |
shamefully timid; cowardly. |
| quiescence |
a state of inaction, rest, or stillness; dormancy. |
| sanguine |
having an optimistic temperament or outlook. |
| scabrous |
characterized by a rough or scaly surface, as the leaf of a plant. |
| welter |
to roll about or wallow, as in mud or the open sea. |