| alluvium |
sand, soil, gravel, or the like deposited by moving water, as along a river bed. |
| ambidextrous |
able to use both the left and right hands with equal skill. |
| astringent |
a substance or drug that contracts body tissue and slows discharge or secretion. |
| blithe |
indifferent or casual; unconcerned. |
| condign |
well-deserved or fitting, especially of punishment or reprimand. |
| condone |
to pardon, disregard, or overlook voluntarily or without condemning. |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
| derision |
mockery or ridicule. |
| duress |
intimidation or coercion. |
| entreat |
to beg for something, or to do something. |
| gambit |
a tactic or maneuver designed to gain an advantage, especially one that involves some sacrifice on one's part. |
| insouciant |
having no cares or anxieties; light-hearted; carefree. |
| laconic |
using very few words; succinct; terse. |
| phlegmatic |
not given to shows of emotion or interest; slow to excite. |
| supine |
lying with the face upward. |