June 28

Question 1

temple

Answer 1

1. The flat region on either side of the forehead.

Question 2

pyretic

Answer 2

Relating to, producing, or affected by fever.

Question 3

exquisite

Answer 3

ɪkˈskwɪz ɪt

a. Characterized by highly skilled or intricate art; excellently made or formed: an exquisite gold chalice.
b. Extremely or delightfully beautiful: the exquisite colors of a sunset.

Question 4

detain

Answer 4

1. To keep from proceeding; delay or retard: Our friends were detained by heavy traffic.
2. To keep in custody or confinement: The police detained several suspects for questioning.

Question 5

discontent

Answer 5

a. Absence of contentment; dissatisfaction.

b. A restless longing for better circumstances.

Question 6

pungent

Answer 6

(ˈpʌndʒənt) 1. Affecting the organs of taste or smell with a sharp acrid sensation.
2.
a. Penetrating, biting, or caustic: pungent satire.
b. To the point; sharp: pungent talks during which the major issues were confronted.

Question 7

diminishing

Answer 7

becoming smaller, fewer, or less

Question 8

ungainly

Answer 8

1. Lacking grace or ease of movement or form; clumsy.

2. Difficult to move or use; unwieldy.

Question 9

transgression

Answer 9

1. A violation of a law, principle, or duty. See Synonyms at breach.
2. The exceeding of due bounds or limits.

Question 10

vivacious

Answer 10

Full of animation and spirit; lively: a charming and vivacious host.