| accretion |
the process of gradual increase or growth, especially by additions from the outside. |
| argot |
the vocabulary or jargon characteristic of a specific group or class, especially of criminals. |
| berate |
to reproach or scold severely. |
| coddle |
to simmer in water that is almost at the boiling point. |
| condign |
well-deserved or fitting, especially of punishment or reprimand. |
| deterge |
to cleanse, wash, or wipe off. |
| effrontery |
shameless impudence; insolence. |
| eulogy |
a spoken or written tribute, especially to honor a dead person; high praise; formal commendation. |
| facetious |
not serious; humorous or frivolous. |
| facsimile |
an exact copy or duplicate of something printed or of a picture. |
| inculcate |
to cause to accept an idea or value; imbue. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| scion |
an offspring or heir. |
| stipple |
a method of painting, drawing, or engraving by applying small points, dots, or dabs to a surface. |
| uxorious |
excessively or foolishly devoted to one's wife, and often thereby submissive to her. |