Term
|
Definition
| short but wise in expression, characterized by pompous moralizing |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| open to bribery, marked by corrupt dealings |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| asking humbly and earnestly |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| a collection of literary pieces |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| a conspiratorial group of plotters |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| balanced rhythmic flow in poetry or speech |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| pleasing to the ear, melodious |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| a condition of temporary amnesia |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| not spoken but shown by actions |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| the production of edible crops for food |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| existing or being such in title only |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| a place of a crime or cause of action |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to claim unwarrantably or presumptuously |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to agree or concur, to give into |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to remove from a grave, to bring to light especially after a period of obscurity |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to make known by public declaration, to announce |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to move to a lower position (opposite of DELEGATE) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| depleted of vitality, exhausted, marked by self-indulgence |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to weaken or destroy the strength of, to deplete |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to become boring, weariness |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| a fortress in a commanding position in or near a city |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
(n) a place related to religious seclusion, a quiet secluded place
(V) to shut away from the world |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| inspiring awe or admiration |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| uncertain or indecisive as to which course to follow |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| responsive to advice or authority, obedient, responsible |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| carefree, lighthearted, and happy |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| abrupt and curt, gruff, rough |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| sharing an edge or boundary, touching, adjacent |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to strenghten or support with other evidence |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| small often select group of people who associate with one another frequently |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| having or diplaying little emotion |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| rashly of wastefully extravagant |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| an uneasy feeling arising from conscience,or Principle that tends to hinder action |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| easily excused or forgiven |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| a hiding place used especially for strong provisions |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| offensive to good taste, esp. as being excessive; overdone or gross, excessively or insincerely lavish |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| excessively talkative in a rambling, roundabout manner, esp. about trivial matters |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to entice, lure, or ensnare by flattery or artful talk or inducements (sweet talking) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| presenting favorable conditions; favorable |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| verbal abuse or castigation; violent denunciation or condemnation |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| a sermon, usually on a Biblical topic and usually of a nondoctrinal nature |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| a fortress that commands a city and is used in the control of the inhabitants and in defense during attack or siege |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to encircle or bind with a belt or band 9somtimes to prepare for battle |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| to clear from a charge of guilt or fault; free from blame; vindicate |
|
|
