| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| adage |
an old familiar saying that shows the wisdom of a group of people; proverb. |
| backwater |
any place that is seen as primitive, unchanging, or stagnant. |
| buttress |
a structure built to give support to the outside of a building or a wall. |
| concoct |
to make by putting together a number of parts or ingredients. |
| delineate |
to describe or portray in precise or vivid detail. |
| douse1 |
to place or plunge in water or another liquid; immerse. |
| inclusive |
comprising or covering a great deal; comprehensive. |
| ingratiate |
to seek or secure another's favor or approval for (oneself). |
| multifaceted |
having several aspects or stages; complex or various. |
| omnivorous |
living on a diet of both plant and animal food. |
| petulant |
showing or inclined to show sudden or unreasonable irritation, impatience, or ill temper; peevish or sulky. |
| sheaf |
a bound bundle of cut grain. |
| tincture |
an alcohol solution containing a medicinal substance. |
| winsome |
attractive or charming. |