| barrage |
a great number of things coming one after another very quickly. |
| encomium |
a formal expression of praise. |
| epistemology |
the branch of philosophy dealing with the origin, nature, and limits of human knowledge. |
| extenuate |
to reduce the magnitude or seriousness of (a fault or offense) by offering partial excuses. |
| foible |
a minor flaw or weakness in personality, character, or behavior. |
| hackneyed |
made trite or commonplace by overuse, as an expression or phrase. |
| hirsute |
covered with hair or stiff hairs; hairy or shaggy. |
| jejune |
lacking interest or liveliness; dull. |
| limn |
to paint or draw. |
| magnum opus |
a great work of art, literature, or music, especially a particular person's masterpiece. |
| malinger |
to pretend illness or injury, especially in order to be excused from duty or work. |
| pleonasm |
a redundant word, phrase, or expression. |
| rapacious |
capable of capturing and eating live prey; predacious. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |
| unscathed |
not hurt or harmed; completely uninjured. |