Words List

Harshness or sharpness in tone, temper, or manner; severity; acrimony.

Absolute sovereignty or self-government within a specific area or domain.

A flashy and often inexpensive decorative item; a trinket or ornament used for show rather than practical use.

The quality of being kind and gentle.

A metal container designed to hold burning coals or other fuel, typically used for heating a room.

Lack of confidence or self-assurance, a feeling of modesty or shyness.

Unfavorable regard or dislike; a feeling of displeasure or disesteem.

The expression of intense disapproval or strong condemnation, often accompanied by feelings of hatred or cursing.

In ancient Roman baths, a room equipped with an unheated water bath.

In phonetics, a homophone is a word that is pronounced the same as another but has a different meaning. Homophones may be spelled the same way or differently.

The quality or state of being impudent; the act of showing boldness or disrespect without concern for others' feelings, often characterized by insolence or effrontery.

Extreme poverty; a state of destitution.

A device that measures the brightness, color, and other characteristics of light by comparing it to a standard light source.

The art or work of poetic composition.

A compulsion characterized by the urge to set things on fire.

The feeling of strong dislike or disgust; the state of being repulsive.

A person who claims to predict future events.

The quality of being urbane; refined courtesy or politeness; suavity. Urbanity is the expression of sophisticated and polished manners, showcasing a high level of social grace and civility.

A formal act of saying goodbye or bidding farewell.

A person who is committed to solemn religious vows, such as a monk or a nun.

A person, particularly a child, without a home or friends.

A clever and amusing remark or sentence.