| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| atrophy |
a gradual wasting away of a body part, especially from insufficient use or nourishment. |
| chastise |
to punish, often corporally. |
| climatic |
of or pertaining to the weather conditions most prevailing in a place. |
| depreciate |
to lower the cost or value of, especially of property for tax purposes, or of money. |
| euphony |
a pleasing, harmonious quality of sounds, especially words. |
| gratis |
without charging money; freely. |
| lassitude |
lack of mental or physical energy; weariness or listlessness; lethargy. |
| multiplicity |
a large number; abundance. |
| placate |
to calm down and make less angry, especially by appeasement; conciliate; pacify. |
| presumptuous |
excessively bold or forward. |
| reclaim |
to recover the use of (land areas) by draining, hydrating, or otherwise reconditioning so that the land can be used for agriculture or other purposes. |
| reputable |
known to be held in esteem; respected. |
| trepidation |
a condition of anxiety or dread; alarm. |
| wholehearted |
without reservation; sincere and enthusiastic. |