| amass |
to gather or accumulate for oneself. |
| antipodes |
places directly opposite each other on the surface of the earth, as the North Pole and the South Pole. |
| aver |
to assert to be true; affirm. |
| dissociate |
to sever a mental connection between; separate. |
| firmament |
the entire arch of the sky; heavens. |
| flamboyant |
exceptionally showy or dashing in one's speech, manner, or appearance. |
| inquisitive |
given to asking and inquiring; eager to learn. |
| metabolism |
the processes in plants and animals by which food is changed into energy or used to make cells and tissues. |
| moderation |
the avoidance of excesses or extremes, especially in behavior. |
| nuance |
a subtle quality or difference in tone, meaning, color, or the like; shade. |
| opprobrium |
a condition of disgrace or shame; ignominy. |
| ponderous |
heavily labored and dull. |
| punctilious |
strictly adhering to etiquette or formalities. |
| seemly |
in accord with decency and propriety; suitable; fitting; decorous. |
| stymie |
throw an obstacle in the way of (something or someone); impede; thwart. |