| adamant |
unlikely to change in response to any request or argument; firmly decided or fixed; unyielding. |
| appellative |
a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible". |
| arrant |
complete; unmitigated; downright. |
| austere |
having only what is needed; very simple or plain. |
| boudoir |
a woman's private sitting room or bedroom. |
| effete |
marked by excessive refinement or delicateness of taste. |
| epicure |
a person who has cultivated tastes, as in food or wine; connoisseur. |
| exceptionable |
likely to be objected to; objectionable. |
| flout |
to show scorn or contempt for, especially by openly or deliberately disobeying. |
| foible |
a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior. |
| incumbent |
currently holding an office or position. |
| kibbutz |
an Israeli farming settlement whose ownership is shared by those who live and work there. |
| modus operandi |
a method of accomplishing something; way of working. |
| pliant |
easily flexed; supple. |
| unabashed |
not feeling or showing embarrassment, uneasiness, or shame. |