| alfresco |
in the open air; outdoors. |
| asceticism |
self-discipline and self-denial as a means of spiritual improvement. |
| atonement |
the act of making reparation for a sin, crime, error, or the like. |
| chary |
not dispensing freely. |
| ensconce |
to position (oneself) firmly or comfortably. |
| ersatz |
serving as a substitute, especially when of inferior quality. |
| extempore |
without plan or preparation; impromptu or improvised. |
| impinge |
to encroach. |
| lapidary |
an expert on or dealer in gemstones. |
| lien |
a legal claim on a piece of property when the current owner is in default on a debt or obligation. |
| mésalliance |
marriage with someone of lower social standing than oneself. |
| noisome |
offensive or disgusting, especially in smell; foul. |
| paroxysm |
a sudden strong outburst of feelings or actions. |
| rapacious |
capable of capturing and eating live prey; predacious. |
| shunt |
to turn or move aside or out of the way; divert. |