| ambidextrous |
able to use both the left and right hands with equal skill. |
| atavism |
the recurrence or reappearance of a particular trait, style, attitude, or behavior that seemed to have disappeared, or that which has recurred or reappeared after such an absence. |
| constrict |
to pull or squeeze in; make smaller or more narrow; tighten. |
| decedent |
in law, one who has died. |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
| effrontery |
shameless impudence; insolence. |
| electuary |
a drug mixed with honey, syrup, or the like to form a paste to be smeared on the teeth or gums of a sick animal. |
| fledge |
to grow flight feathers. |
| flout |
to show scorn or contempt for, especially by openly or deliberately disobeying. |
| glut |
a greater supply or amount than is needed. |
| idiosyncrasy |
a characteristic of temperament, habit, or physical structure particular to a given individual or group; peculiarity. |
| idyllic |
charmingly simple and natural, as a scene or experience; suggestive of peaceful countryside. |
| opprobrious |
expressing condemnation or scorn; accusing of shameful behavior. |
| pleonasm |
a redundant word, phrase, or expression. |
| reprise |
repetition of a musical phrase or theme in an identical or slightly altered way. |