| appellative |
a descriptive name or title, as "Terrible" in "Ivan the Terrible". |
| asperity |
harshness or roughness, especially of tone or manner. |
| credulous |
disposed to believe, especially on scanty evidence; gullible. |
| deposition |
a sworn statement, usually in writing, for use as testimony by an absent witness in a court of law. |
| extempore |
without plan or preparation; impromptu or improvised. |
| foment |
to encourage the development of; instigate or foster. |
| impinge |
to encroach. |
| jubilate |
to feel joyful; rejoice; exult. |
| laconic |
using very few words; succinct; terse. |
| naturalism |
in literature, a method of depicting life that reflects a philosophy of determinism. |
| parsimonious |
excessively frugal; stingy. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| sepsis |
infection, especially by pus-forming bacteria in the blood or tissues. |
| splenetic |
ill-tempered or spiteful. |
| tummler |
an entertainer or social director who encourages participation by guests or audience. |