| argot |
the vocabulary or jargon characteristic of a specific group or class, especially of criminals. |
| canard |
a deliberately false story or rumor, usually defamatory to someone. |
| desideratum |
something that is needed or wanted. |
| indistinct |
not clearly perceived or perceiving. |
| indurate |
to make hard in texture; harden. |
| intersperse |
to place or scatter among other things. |
| laureate |
one honored for achievement in a particular field or by a particular award, especially in the arts or sciences. |
| neophyte |
a beginner or novice at any activity. |
| perilous |
causing or involving great danger; risky; hazardous. |
| plaudit |
(often plural) an enthusiastic show of approval, such as a round of applause or a very favorable review. |
| preferment |
the act of promoting or being promoted to a higher position or office. |
| recondite |
involving profound concepts and complexities; not easily understood. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| sepsis |
infection, especially by pus-forming bacteria in the blood or tissues. |
| unadulterated |
unmixed with or undiluted by additives or extraneous elements; pure; complete. |