| apotheosis |
a perfect or ideal example; epitome. |
| comity |
mutual courtesy and respectful treatment among people or nations. |
| epicene |
sharing the traits of both sexes. |
| gossamer |
delicately fine, gauzelike, or filmy. |
| granulate |
to make into small particles or grains. |
| lachrymose |
weeping, tending to weep readily, or being on the point of tears; tearful. |
| linguistics |
(used with a singular verb) the scientific and historical study of the form and structure of human language. |
| magnum opus |
a great work of art, literature, or music, especially a particular person's masterpiece. |
| parlance |
manner of speaking or writing, especially word choice; vernacular. |
| precursory |
coming before and serving to indicate what will follow; premonitory. |
| reconnaissance |
the act or process of examining an area, especially to gain militarily useful information. |
| repine |
to express or feel unhappiness; complain; fret. |
| savor |
to give an impression; hint (usually followed by "of"). |
| scion |
an offspring or heir. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |