aficionado-a person who likes, knows about, and appreciates a usually fervently pursued interest or activity
I am a basketball aficionado.
browbeat-to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
He would browbeat his way to the manager, who would tell him to calm down.
commensurate-equal in measure or extent
The workers called for commensurate benefits.
diaphanous-light, delicate, and translucent.
The diaphanous dress was very expensive.
emolument-a salary, fee, or profit from employment or office
He demanded an increase in emolument.
foray-a sudden attack or incursion into enemy territory, esp. to obtain something; a raid.
the village was forayed.
genre-category of artistic composition, as in music or literature, characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter.
What genre is your favorite?
homily-a religious discourse that is intended primarily for spiritual edification rather than doctrinal instruction; a sermon
The preacher reassured him with homilies.
immure-enclose or confine (someone) against their will.
He was immured in solitary confinement.
insouciant-showing a casual lack of concern; indifferent
His attitude was insouciant.
matrix-an environment or material in which something develops; a surrounding medium or structure.
His matrix shaped him into who he is today.
obsequies-funeral rites
They solemnly performed the obsequies.
panache-flamboyant confidence of style or manner
His skill was not matched with his panache.
persona-the aspect of someone's character that is presented to or perceived by others.
Her persona was not received well.
philippic-a bitter attack or denunciation, esp. a verbal one
Your philippic angers me.
prurient-having or encouraging an excessive interest in sexual matters.
Mainstream media is very prurient.
sacrosanct-regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with.
He feels his problems are sacrosanct that he will not receive any help.
systemic-of or relating to a system, esp. as opposed to a particular part.
My injury is systemic and hurts everywhere.
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