Wordly Wise book 9 lesson 18

tenable

adj. capable of being defended or believed

resplendent

adj. dazzling in appearance

plaintive

adj. expressing sorrow, mournful

subordinate

adj. less important; secondary. n. a person under the command or control of another. v. to give less importance to; to place in a lesser position.

diffident

adj. unsure of oneself;shy

plaudit

n. a demonstration of strong approval or praise

devotee

n. an ardent follower, supporter or enthusiast

extravaganza

n. an elaborate and spectacular display or event

aplomb

n. complete self-confidence and poise

integrity

n. honesty; trustworthiness. the condition of being whole or complete

regalia

n. the symbols, objects, or special costumes worn by or associated with a group

broach

v. to bring up for discussion; to begin to talk about

surmount

v. to defeat or overcome

brandish

v. to shake or wave in a threatening way

adhere

v. to stick to; stay attached. to follow closely or faithfully