Peen

Apocryphal

Of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true.

Arcane

Understood by few; mysterious or secret.

Convene

To call together, assemble, or gather, especially for a meeting.

Expedient

Convenient and practical, although possibly improper or immoral.

Gesticulate

To use dramatic gestures instead of speaking or to emphasize one’s words.

Imperturbable

Unable to be upset or excited; calm and composed.

Increment

An increase or addition, especially one of a series on a fixed scale.

Levity

Humor or lack of seriousness, especially in a serious matter.

Mortify

To cause someone to feel deeply ashamed, humiliated, or embarrassed.

Periphery

The outer limits or edge of an area or object.

Reiterate

To say something again or repeatedly for emphasis or clarity.

Subterfuge

Deceit used to achieve a goal or avoid detection.

Vacillate

To alternate or waver between opinions or actions; be indecisive.

Accoutrements

Additional items of dress or equipment, typically used for a specific activity.

Aggrieved

Feeling resentment at having been unfairly treated.

Disconcert

To unsettle or disturb the composure of someone.

Interpose

To place or insert something between two things; intervene.

Modicum

A small or moderate amount of something.

Opulent

Ostentatiously rich, luxurious, or lavish.

Propensity

A natural inclination or tendency to behave in a certain way.

Therapeutic

Relating to the healing of disease; having a beneficial effect on body or mind.

Utilitarian

Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive.

Autonomy

Independence or self-governance; the ability to make one’s own decisions.

Circumspect

Wary and unwilling to take risks; cautious.

Composure

The state of being calm and in control of one’s emotions.

Edifice

A large, imposing building or structure; also, a complex system of beliefs.

Incognito

Having one’s true identity concealed.

Interim

The intervening time; temporary or provisional arrangements.

Mausoleum

A large, stately building housing a tomb or tombs.

Reverie

A state of being pleasantly lost in one’s thoughts; a daydream.