| atrophy |
a gradual wasting away of a body part, especially from insufficient use or nourishment. |
| cogent |
convincing, or compelling by virtue of a strong argument or clear presentation. |
| conniption |
(informal) an outburst or fit of anger, hysteria, or the like. |
| contemptuous |
feeling or expressing angry disgust, as at something unworthy or wicked; scornful. |
| covetous |
desiring that which belongs to another; wanting possessions; greedy. |
| diligent |
trying hard and steadily to achieve a goal. |
| elixir |
a sweetened, aromatic solution of alcohol and water used as a vehicle for medicines. |
| inept |
lacking skill or aptitude; incompetent. |
| jargon |
special words or language used by a particular group or to describe a particular interest. |
| motif |
a distinct formal unit such as a design, theme, or musical phrase that may repeat in, dominate, characterize, or be a prominent feature of an aesthetic or decorative work. |
| residue |
a substance or quantity that remains after a part has been removed or after a process has been completed. |
| rivulet |
a tiny stream or brook; trickle. |
| soliloquy |
an act of talking or a speech by one who is, or is considered to be, alone. |
| syncopate |
in music, to make (a rhythm) more complex as by accenting beats that are not normally accented or employing rests where accented beats would be expected. |
| viscid |
of a gluelike consistency. |