| colloquialism |
a word or phrase typically used in conversational, informal, or regional speech or writing, hence sometimes considered inappropriate in formal writing. |
| condone |
to pardon, disregard, or overlook voluntarily or without condemning. |
| cravat |
a scarf or band of cloth tied loosely about the neck. |
| debauch |
to lead or seduce into immorality or intemperance; corrupt. |
| gambit |
a tactic or maneuver designed to gain an advantage, especially one that involves some sacrifice on one's part. |
| glut |
a greater supply or amount than is needed. |
| goad |
something that spurs a person to action; stimulus. |
| hypocrisy |
the practice or an instance of stating or pretending to hold beliefs or principles that one does not actually live by; insincerity. |
| laconic |
using very few words; succinct; terse. |
| lacuna |
a gap or omitted part. |
| malingerer |
one who pretends to be ill or injured, especially in order to avoid work or duty. |
| oblivious |
not conscious or paying attention; unknowing or unaware (usually followed by "to" or "of"). |
| pedagogy |
the act, process, or profession of teaching. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| somatic |
of or pertaining to the body itself; corporeal. |