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34 words & definitions

delve
To research or make painstaking inquiries into something
fracas
A noisy disturbance or quarrel
jab
verb
Poke (someone or something) roughly or quickly, especially with something sharp or pointed
bleary
When eyes are unfocused or filmy from tiredness and lack of sleep.
coy
Making a pretense of shyness or modesty that is intended to be alluring
musty
Having a stale, moldy, or damp smell
oblique
Neither parallel nor at a right angle to a specified or implied line; slanting
vibrant
(of color) bright and striking
flaw
A mark, fault, or other imperfection that mars a substance or object
hush
A silence
mortified
Very embarrassed
grudgingly
In a reluctant or resentful manner
covert
Hidden or secret
prudent
Careful and using good judgement.
blossom
To fufill one's potential by becoming more attractive, successful, or confident.
humiliated
To feel ashamed after someone embarrasses you in front of others.
abandon
To leave someone or something behind permanently or without intending to return.
slouch
noun
A lazy, drooping posture or movement
empower
To make someone feel stronger and more confident, especially in controlling their life.
escort
noun
A person or group who accompanies someone to provide protection, guidance, or company in social engagements.
glance
verb
To look quickly or briefly at something, often without giving it full attention.
gleam
A brief or faint light, often reflected off a surface.
impetuous
Acting quickly and without thought or care; impulsive.
lovely
Beautiful, attractive, or charming in appearance or manner.
realm
A particular region or scope of something, such as the total subject area of science, magic, or politics.
reliable
Referring to a person, object, or system that you can count on to function properly or deliver results without failure.
slip
noun
A small mistake or accident, often due to carelessness.
stopgap
A quick fix that solves a problem temporarily but not permanently.
unrest
A state of public dissatisfaction, disturbance, or turmoil, often involving protests or conflict.
lenient
Not as severe or strong in punishment as wuld be expected.
illegitimate
Not conforming, accepted, or authorized according to known standards or rules.
antagonize
To cause someone to become hostile or angry.
wanderlust
A strong desire to travel and explore the world.
stupefy
To shock or surprise you so much that you cannot think properly for a while..