Vocabulary Words

noun, verb

A kind of swelling in the cheek. (+9 more)

adjective, adverb, verb

(of a measurement device) Accurate. (+25 more)

adverb, interjection

(manner) In an honest manner. (+2 more)

noun

Any of various crucifers in the genus Lunaria, several of which are grown as ornamentals, particularly Lunaria annua. (+4 more)

adjective, noun, verb

A spectrum of pale yellow to brownish-yellow colour, like that of most types of (the sweet substance) honey. (+15 more)

noun, verb

A period of goodwill at the beginning of a new term or relationship (e.g. towards a newly elected politician or in respect of a new business arrangement). (+3 more)

noun, verb

(feudal law) a seigniory or lordship held of the king, on which other lordships and manors depended (+25 more)

adjective

A courtesy title, given in Britain and the Commonwealth to a cabinet minister, minister of state, or senator, and in the United States to the president, vice president, congresspeople, state governors and legislators, and mayors. (+2 more)

adjective, noun, verb

A covering for the head attached to a larger garment such as a jacket or cloak. (+11 more)

noun, verb

(authorship) A brief, punchy opening statement intended to get attention from an audience, reader, or viewer, and make them want to continue to listen to a speech, read a book, or watch a play. (+47 more)

noun, verb

(usually in combination) To move frequently from one place or situation to another similar one. (+22 more)

noun, verb

A hollow (+18 more)

adjective, noun

Feeling hope (+2 more)

adverb

In a hopeful manner. (+3 more)

adjective

(of an adverse condition) Incurable. (+7 more)

noun

A cultural sub-period or level within a more encompassing time period. (+7 more)

noun, verb

(definite article) An erection of the penis. (+18 more)

adjective, noun

A person wearing a comic or grotesque costume in a parade of horribles. (+6 more)

verb

To cause to feel extreme apprehension or unease (+1 more)

noun

(plural) Delirium tremens. (+11 more)

noun, verb

(among students) A translation or other illegitimate aid in study or examination. (+22 more)

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