| baroque |
(often capitalized) the style or period in art, music, and architecture prevailing in Europe following the Renaissance, characterized by bold and elaborate forms of ornamentation. |
| borne |
past participle of "bear1" with meaning connected with carrying, supporting, or enduring. |
| botany |
the science that studies plants. Botany is a branch of biology. |
| classify |
to put or order into groups of similar things. |
| degrade |
to bring down from a higher to a lower rank or degree by taking away a position or title. |
| delirium |
a temporary state of mental disturbance sometimes caused by high fever, shock, or intoxication, and characterized by confusion, hallucinations, delusions, disturbed speech, and the like. |
| dither |
to hesitate nervously or vacillate; be irresolute. |
| labyrinth |
an intricate network of pathways or passageways intended to confuse the person or animal that navigates it; maze. |
| optimism |
the belief that things will turn out well or that there is always hope for something good to happen. |
| overhaul |
to go over carefully, taking apart as necessary and making all needed repairs. |
| prearrange |
to arrange beforehand or in advance. |
| prime |
first in importance. |
| significantly |
in an amount or to an extent that is important; considerably. |
| whim |
a sudden desire, thought, or change of mind. |
| yearn |
to have a strong desire, craving, or wish for something. |