| artisan |
a person skilled in making things, especially by using the hands. People such as those who make furniture, quilts, or other crafts are artisans. |
| bedizen |
to dress or decorate in a flashy, garish fashion. |
| codicil |
an addition or appendix, especially one modifying the terms of a will. |
| dais |
a raised platform for speakers or the seating of special guests. |
| egregious |
remarkably bad; flagrant; glaring. |
| energize |
to inspire, make active, or enliven. |
| intemperate |
lacking moderation or restraint; excessive, overindulgent, violent, or the like. |
| libel |
in law, written or printed matter that is false, damages a person's reputation or material well-being, and arises from malice or extreme negligence. |
| lobbyist |
one who attempts, on behalf of a special interest group, to influence the way legislators vote. |
| mania |
an extreme desire or enthusiasm. |
| penchant |
a strong liking for or inclination towards something. |
| replenish |
to make complete or full again; refill. |
| retard |
to cause (growth, development, or the like) to be slow or incomplete; stunt. |
| transitory |
lasting for only a short time; brief. |
| unfrock |
to deprive of priestly status. |