| accretion |
the process of gradual increase or growth, especially by additions from the outside. |
| alfresco |
in the open air; outdoors. |
| cognomen |
a last name; surname. |
| conclave |
a secret, private, or confidential meeting or gathering. |
| expiation |
the act or the means of making amends, as for a sin or crime. |
| gadfly |
a persistent critic, especially of established institutions and policies. |
| ingenuous |
having or showing simplicity and lack of sophistication; artless. |
| lattice |
a flat framework made with strips of wood or other material. The strips cross each other and have open spaces in between. A lattice is often used as a screen on a porch or in a garden. |
| malinger |
to pretend illness or injury, especially in order to be excused from duty or work. |
| nonpareil |
a person or thing whose excellence is unequaled; paragon. |
| opiate |
something that induces relaxation, calm, or stupor. |
| opprobrious |
expressing condemnation or scorn; accusing of shameful behavior. |
| recidivism |
chronic return to bad habits, especially criminal relapse. |
| Sabbatarian |
one who observes the Sabbath on Saturday, as Jews and certain Christians. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |