| burgeon |
to start to grow; send forth shoots, leaves, buds, or the like (often followed by "out" or "forth"). |
| convoluted |
complex; intricate. |
| credulous |
disposed to believe, especially on scanty evidence; gullible. |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
| eidetic |
pertaining to or designating the ability to recall images in almost perfect detail. |
| ersatz |
serving as a substitute, especially when of inferior quality. |
| erudite |
having or showing a high level of scholarly knowledge; learned. |
| foible |
a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior. |
| mélange |
a mixture, usually of very dissimilar elements. |
| misanthrope |
someone who hates or distrusts humanity. |
| nostrum |
a favorite but unproven scheme or theory, offered as a remedy for social or political problems; panacea. |
| phlegmatic |
not given to shows of emotion or interest; slow to excite. |
| sotto voce |
in a low voice or undertone, so as not to be overheard; softly (often used as a musical direction). |
| stately |
dignified. |
| unadulterated |
unmixed with or undiluted by additives or extraneous elements; pure; complete. |