Vocab 11/18

Esoteric

intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest. "it is written in an ___ style that few people will understand"

Fiat

a formal authorization or proposition; a decree. “He has imposed solutions by ___.”

Idiosyncrasy

a mode of behavior or way of thought peculiar to an individual. "one of his little ___ was always preferring to be in the car first"

Nuance

a subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound. "the ___ of facial expression and body language"

Sumptuous

splendid and expensive-looking. "the banquet was a ___, luxurious meal"

Acuity

sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing. "intellectual ___"

Fecund

producing or capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertile. "a lush and ___ garden"

Ignominy

public shame or disgrace. "the ___ of being imprisoned"

Penchant

a strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something. "he has a ___ for adopting stray dogs"

Ubiquitous

present, appearing, or found everywhere. "his ___ influence was felt by all the family"