Words List

Friendship; peaceful harmony.

Arete is a noun that refers to the aggregate of qualities, such as valor and virtue, that together make up good character. It is often used to describe the exceptional moral and personal excellence found in individuals who demonstrate extraordinary qualities.

A damaging or derogatory remark or criticism; slander.

Light and playful banter or teasing.

A child; son or daughter.

Also called a belt highway, a beltway is a highway that encircles the outer edge of an urban area.

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.

An old-fashioned version of "burden."

A crack, cleft, or fissure, such as a chink in a wall.

A variant of chitterlings.

A crack or deep gap, especially in glacial ice or the Earth's surface.

A lightweight, two-wheeled, open carriage pulled by two horses side by side.

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 dull and stupid person; a blockhead.

A decorative embellishment or trinket; something small and ornamental, often used to enhance the appearance of an item, such as a dress covered with doodads.

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

Mental or emotional stability, especially under tension or strain; calmness; equilibrium.

State or condition.

A deep, narrow passage or mountain ravine with a stream flowing through it, often with great force.

The quality of having good breeding or refinement.

A light and typically thin porridge, cooked by boiling meal, especially oatmeal, in water or milk.

A polygon with six angles and six sides.

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 mixed and chaotic assortment; a jumble of diverse elements.

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

An amount of money paid to someone, typically as a token of appreciation or gratitude, for their services or contributions, especially in situations where setting a fixed price is deemed inappropriate or against custom.

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.

Rhythmic swing or cadence in speech or music.

An immoral or wicked action or behavior.

A fool or simpleton.