| aggregate |
a sum, combination, or composite of separable elements. |
| belie |
to give a false impression of. |
| consummate |
of the highest order or degree. |
| contumely |
contemptuous insolence; rudeness. |
| cravat |
a scarf or band of cloth tied loosely about the neck. |
| engender |
to create or give rise to. |
| equivocal |
having at least two plausible alternative meanings, often intentionally so in order to deceive or avoid commitment; ambiguous. |
| ersatz |
serving as a substitute, especially when of inferior quality. |
| fixation |
an obsession, especially one that interferes with normal functioning. |
| garrulous |
given to talking excessively. |
| knurled |
having small ridges. |
| phlegmatic |
not given to shows of emotion or interest; slow to excite. |
| redoubtable |
inspiring fear; formidable. |
| stridulate |
to produce a shrill grating, creaking, or chirping sound by rubbing certain parts of the body together, as some insects do. |
| uxorial |
of, pertaining to, or befitting a wife. |