| apocryphal |
of dubious authorship or authority. |
| bathos |
a sudden descent from an exalted style or esteemed state to the commonplace. |
| chary |
not dispensing freely. |
| disabuse |
to free (a person) from misconception or deception; set straight. |
| diurnal |
occurring or active during, or belonging to, the daytime rather than nighttime. |
| emote |
to express or simulate feelings, especially in an exaggerated or theatrical manner. |
| humanism |
a doctrine or mode of thought that gives highest importance to human dignity, values, potentials, and achievements. |
| impermeable |
not permitting passage or penetration. |
| impromptu |
without advance plan or preparation; spontaneously. |
| ineluctable |
impossible to be avoided; inescapable. |
| neologism |
a new word, phrase, or usage. |
| obtrude |
to thrust or force (oneself, one's concerns, or one's opinions) on another or others without being asked. |
| ontogeny |
the process of biological growth and development of a particular living organism. |
| refulgent |
shining brilliantly; radiant. |
| sanctimony |
a pretense of righteousness or piety; feigned devotion or holiness. |