Vocabulaires

To talk rapidly and continuously in a foolish, excited, or incomprehensible way.

a large African and Arabian primate with a dog-like snout and colorful buttocks

Indirect or sarcastic, often appearing as praise but actually insulting.

To repeatedly ask or annoy someone with demands or questions.

To confuse or puzzle someone completely.

the temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial, often with a financial guarantee

An official who keeps order in a court, carries out court orders, or collects debts.

A large bundle of goods tightly wrapped and bound.

to hesitate or refuse to proceed or comply

a narrative song or poem, often sentimental or romantic

A soothing ointment or something that provides comfort or relief.

Mild and pleasantly warm; soothing.

Lacking originality; boringly obvious and commonplace.

A cause of great distress, harm, or annoyance.

a railing supported by posts at the side of a staircase or balcony

playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks

characterized by good-humored teasing or joking

a sharp projection such as on a fishhook; a cutting remark

a person from an uncivilized group; someone who is cruel or brutal

the state of being bare or uncovered; lack of decoration, warmth, or concealment

a male singing voice between tenor and bass

an instrument that measures atmospheric pressure

relating to a highly ornate and extravagant style of art, architecture, or music from the 17th and early 18th centuries; excessively elaborate or complex

a concentrated outpouring of questions, criticisms, or blows; a rapid, continuous attack

too poor to produce much or any vegetation; unproductive or empty

except for; if not for

A type of lawyer in certain legal systems who specializes in courtroom advocacy and litigation.

To exchange goods or services without using money.

A system of exchange where goods and services are traded directly without using money.

A narrow board running along the bottom of an interior wall, covering the joint between wall and floor.

without foundation; groundless; unfounded

shy, easily embarrassed, or reluctant to draw attention

small black seeds from the basil plant, often used in drinks and desserts

to lie in and enjoy warmth or to take great pleasure in something

a child born to unmarried parents (offensive); also used informally as an insult or to describe something unpleasant

a stronghold or fortification; a place or institution strongly defending particular principles

A thin stick carried by a conductor to direct an orchestra, or used as a symbol of authority.

A large body of soldiers ready for battle, typically consisting of several companies.

to shout or cry loudly

to signal or call someone to come closer, often with a gesture; to attract or invite

the framework of a bed; a bed frame without bedding

confined to bed; unable to leave one's bed due to illness or infirmity

the solid rock layer beneath the soil; the fundamental basis of something

appropriate; suitable; proper for a particular situation or person

to bring about or give rise to; to father or produce

to resent someone for having something; to give reluctantly

to cut off a person's or animal's head; to remove the leader or most important part

to see or observe something, especially something remarkable or impressive

coming or happening later than expected or usual

to expel air noisily from the stomach through the mouth; to emit or pour out suddenly and forcefully