| argot |
the vocabulary or jargon characteristic of a specific group or class, especially of criminals. |
| avow |
to assert or affirm. |
| beatify |
to admire or exalt as superior. |
| consternation |
surprise and alarm, leading to panic, deep disappointment, or total confusion. |
| halcyon |
tranquil; peaceful; calm. |
| jubilate |
to feel joyful; rejoice; exult. |
| nonpareil |
a person or thing whose excellence is unequaled; paragon. |
| oligarchy |
a government or state in which only a relatively few people or members of a family have real power. |
| omnibus |
concerning or including a large collection of things. |
| parturient |
giving birth or about to give birth; in labor. |
| penumbra |
an indefinite, borderline area. |
| precursory |
coming before and serving to indicate what will follow; premonitory. |
| prerogative |
an exclusive right or privilege derived from one's office, position, age, citizenship, birth, or the like. |
| savor |
to give an impression; hint (usually followed by "of"). |
| untoward |
unexpected and unfortunate. |