abysmal |
of vast extent; unmeasurable; extreme. |
advert |
to direct the attention by comment or remark. |
agog |
highly excited and full of anticipation. |
asterisk |
a sign (*). It is used to show that there is other information on the page that explains the information where the sign is placed. |
augury |
the art or practice or an instance of predicting the future or obtaining hidden knowledge by interpreting omens. |
caparison |
decorative trappings to cover a horse's saddle or harness. |
disaffection |
an absence or loss of good will, faith, or loyalty, especially toward a government, principle, or the like. |
exponent |
one that expounds or interprets. |
glut |
a greater supply or amount than is needed. |
inchoate |
partially or imperfectly developed. |
lattice |
a flat framework made with strips of wood or other material. The strips cross each other and have open spaces in between. A lattice is often used as a screen on a porch or in a garden. |
neologism |
a new word, phrase, or usage. |
obviate |
to prevent or eliminate in advance; render unnecessary or irrelevant. |
purvey |
to supply or provide (especially food, drink, or other provisions). |
tamp |
to compress and pack tightly by repeated light taps. |