词汇表

a large mammal with thick skin, such as an elephant, rhinoceros, or hippopotamus

A title for a priest, especially in the Roman Catholic Church; also used informally for 'father'.

A song or piece of writing expressing great praise or triumph.

a covered chair or bed carried on poles by bearers

prolonged and idle discussion; fuss or unnecessary talk

a manuscript or document that has been written over but still bears traces of earlier writing; something reused or altered but still retaining traces of its earlier form

a poem or statement in which the writer retracts something said in an earlier work

to make a disease, symptoms, or problem less severe without removing the cause

relief of symptoms without curing the underlying disease or problem

prosperous, flourishing, or relating to palm trees

to beat rapidly and strongly, often because of fear, excitement, or illness

a condition of partial or complete paralysis, often with involuntary tremors

to act insincerely or deceitfully; to equivocate or lie

striped with different colors, usually used in heraldry

a person who writes or distributes pamphlets, often to promote a political or social cause

a Bengali spice blend containing five whole spices: cumin, fennel, fenugreek, nigella, and mustard seeds

a formal speech or piece of writing in praise of someone or something

A complete or impressive collection of things; a full set of armor.

The belief that God and the universe are identical, or that everything is a manifestation of God.

An optical instrument that provides a wide or panoramic view.

The office or authority of the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church.

Serving as a typical example or model of something.

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality.

a lover, especially an illicit one

A person who suffers from paranoia or exhibits extreme, irrational distrust and suspicion.

A low protective wall along the edge of a roof, balcony, or bridge.

A green vegetable also known as pointed gourd, commonly used in South Asian cuisine

to make something extremely dry, especially by exposure to heat

a medicine containing opium, once used to relieve pain and diarrhea

Relating to or expressed in parentheses; a side remark or digression.

a particular way of speaking or using words, common to a group

a discussion between opposing sides, especially to negotiate terms

Full of danger or risk; precarious.

Words that are derived from the same root or sound alike.

A sudden, violent outburst of emotion or activity.

The art or technique of laying parquet floors.

The act of killing one's father, mother, or other close relative.

unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy

extreme unwillingness to spend money or use resources

capable of being divided or separated

to mention or describe something in detail

The act of giving birth; childbirth.

A person who has recently gained wealth or influence but is not yet accepted socially.

Fresh cheese curds; cottage cheese made from curdled milk

capable of feeling or suffering; susceptible to sensation or emotion (often theological)

a work of art, literature, or music that imitates the style of another artist, period, or genre

A form of animal husbandry where domesticated animals are released onto large vegetated outdoor lands for grazing.

a surface film or sheen on metal, stone, or wood due to age or use; also, a superficial appearance

a regional or social dialect, especially one considered nonstandard or informal

A person of noble rank or high social standing; relating to aristocracy.