| argot |
the vocabulary or jargon characteristic of a specific group or class, especially of criminals. |
| assail |
to attack with vigor or violence; assault. |
| belie |
to give a false impression of. |
| concur |
to share the same opinion; agree. |
| deadeye |
an expert shooter. |
| deter |
to stop or discourage from some action by creating doubt or fear. |
| foment |
to encourage the development of; instigate or foster. |
| impediment |
an obstacle or hindrance. |
| imprecation |
a curse, uttered or thought of. |
| impugn |
to call into question; challenge or try to discredit. |
| macrocosm |
a large unit or entity that represents on a large scale one of its smaller components. |
| maunder |
to speak in an aimless or foolish way; babble. |
| parturient |
giving birth or about to give birth; in labor. |
| redoubtable |
inspiring fear; formidable. |
| salacious |
excited by lust; lecherous. |