accouterments- additional items of dress or equipment, or other items carried or worn by a person or used for a particular activity.
apogee- the highest point in the development of something; the climax or culmination.
apropos- with reference to; concurring
bicker- argue about petty and trivial matters
coalesce- come together and from one mass or whole.
contretemps- an unexpected and unfortunate occurrence.
convolution- a coil or twist
cull- select from a large quantity: obtain from a variety of sources.
disparate- especially different in kind; not allowing comparison.
dogmatic- inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true.
licentious- promiscuous and unprincipled in sexual matters.
mete- dispense or allot justice, a punishment, or harsh treatment.
noxious- harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant.
polemic- a strong verbal or written attack on someone or something.
populous- having a large population; densely populated.
probity- the quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and decency.
repartee- conversation or speech characterized by quick, witty comments or replies.
supervene- occur later than as specified or implied event or action, typically in such a way as to change the situation.
truncate- shorten (something by cutting off the top or the end.)
unimpeachable- not able to be doubted, questioned, or criticized; entirely trustworthy.
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