| abash |
to cause to feel embarrassed, uneasy, or ashamed. |
| belabor |
to continue excessive efforts on or excessive discussion of. |
| blandishment |
(often plural) flattering or coaxing remarks or stratagems intended to persuade. |
| diurnal |
occurring or active during, or belonging to, the daytime rather than nighttime. |
| imprecation |
a curse, uttered or thought of. |
| incessant |
never stopping; constant. |
| knurled |
having small ridges. |
| malapropism |
the humorous or ridiculous misuse of a word, especially by using a word that sounds similar to the correct word, but whose meaning is inappropriate. |
| munificent |
having or showing great generosity. |
| neophyte |
a beginner or novice at any activity. |
| obviate |
to prevent or eliminate in advance; render unnecessary or irrelevant. |
| pelf |
money or wealth, usually regarded with disapproval or contempt. |
| recondite |
involving profound concepts and complexities; not easily understood. |
| redoubtable |
inspiring fear; formidable. |
| untoward |
unexpected and unfortunate. |