| agog |
highly excited and full of anticipation. |
| bilge |
the rounded part of a ship's hull between the bottom and the sides. |
| debouch |
to advance out of a confined or narrow space such as a canyon into open country. |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used especially to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. |
| denigrate |
to deny the worth of; sneer at; belittle. |
| derision |
mockery or ridicule. |
| epistolary |
established or continued through letters. |
| euphoria |
a strong feeling of well-being or elation, sometimes unrealistic or unwarranted, and able to be induced by certain drugs. |
| indemnity |
insurance against damage, loss, or liability. |
| modus operandi |
a method of accomplishing something; way of working. |
| opprobrious |
expressing condemnation or scorn; accusing of shameful behavior. |
| precursory |
coming before and serving to indicate what will follow; premonitory. |
| prerogative |
an exclusive right or privilege derived from one's office, position, age, citizenship, birth, or the like. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| unscathed |
not hurt or harmed; completely uninjured. |