| aggrandize |
to make, or cause to appear, grander in wealth, stature, power, or influence; exalt. |
| contrive |
to plan in a clever way; invent. |
| copious |
abundant in number or quantity; plentiful. |
| curtail |
to make shorter; cut off part of. |
| dote |
to have or show too much love or affection (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| embody |
to put in a form that can be seen; make real. |
| enigma |
something puzzling, contradictory, or mysterious; something for which a solution cannot be found. |
| exemplify |
to serve as an illustration of. |
| fastidious |
exceedingly particular or demanding especially in matters of detail; exacting. |
| hitherto |
until this time; previously. |
| inordinate |
beyond the bounds of reason; excessive. |
| inquisitive |
given to asking and inquiring; eager to learn. |
| irreparable |
impossible to repair, restore, or rectify. |
| malice |
the wish to harm others; ill will. |
| skeptic |
one who is inclined to question or doubt assertions that are made or accepted by others. |