Words List

A woman's dress characterized by a snug-fitting bodice and a voluminous skirt, typically made of vibrant and boldly patterned fabric, inspired by traditional Tyrolean peasant attire.

A ghostly or unreal figure, often seen as an illusion or apparition.

A sound-reproducing machine that uses records in the form of cylinders or discs.

A conference or discussion.

Describing someone, especially a male, with dark brown hair.

To recline or lean in a relaxed, lazy, or indolent manner; lounge; for example, to loll on a sofa.

Light and playful banter or teasing.

Open and honest, without hiding thoughts or feelings; sincere and straightforward, free from reserve or deception.

Slightly intoxicated or drunk.

To habitually bestow or express excessive love or fondness, typically directed towards someone or something.

To anticipate and prevent difficulties or disadvantages by taking effective measures, making them unnecessary.

A fool or simpleton.

Vulgar or indecent in speech, language, coarsely mocking, abusive, or irreverent; scurrilous.

To clumsily and awkwardly handle or perform a task; to botch a job.

To make a deep, harsh sound, like the noise a frog or a raven makes.

State or condition.

To place in solitude or withdraw from social contact and activities.

A bag made of canvas, nylon, or leather, designed to be carried on the back by soldiers, hikers, etc., for holding clothes, food, and other supplies.

Acting as a substitute; not genuine or real; made as an imitation or replacement.

The practice or method of relying on empirical evidence, which involves using direct observation, experience, or experiment to gain knowledge and draw conclusions.

A sermon, typically on a Biblical topic, and generally of a non-doctrinal nature.

A type of medication belonging to a family of minor tranquilizers. Benzodiazepines are used to alleviate anxiety, prevent convulsions, induce sedation, and promote muscle relaxation.

A sudden, involuntary intake of breath caused by a spasm of the diaphragm, followed by the quick closure of the glottis, resulting in a short and sharp sound.

A child; son or daughter.

A damaging or derogatory remark or criticism; slander.

A road designed for high-speed travel, featuring multiple lanes for each direction of traffic, a central safety strip dividing the opposing flows, and interchanges to facilitate entry and exit; compare with an expressway.

Resourceful and adept at finding solutions or strategies, often in a clever or crafty manner.

A variant of chitterlings.

The quality of having keen mental discernment and good judgment.

A mixed and chaotic assortment; a jumble of diverse elements.