| apotheosis |
a perfect or ideal example; epitome. |
| asceticism |
self-discipline and self-denial as a means of spiritual improvement. |
| cachet |
prestige. |
| coalesce |
to grow together or unite to form a single body or organization; unify; fuse. |
| consummate |
of the highest order or degree. |
| deify |
to raise to the rank of a god; consider to be a god. |
| flout |
to show scorn or contempt for, especially by openly or deliberately disobeying. |
| fulminate |
to vehemently denounce or criticize something. |
| gambit |
a tactic or maneuver designed to gain an advantage, especially one that involves some sacrifice on one's part. |
| lambent |
glowing softly. |
| limn |
to paint or draw. |
| malfeasance |
an illegal act or wrongdoing, especially by a public official. |
| misanthrope |
someone who hates or distrusts humanity. |
| ostentation |
a showy display to impress others. |
| unabashed |
not feeling or showing embarrassment, uneasiness, or shame. |