Word Of The Day 6 Flashcards
One who is self taught
Autodidact
The spirit of time; the general intellectual and moral state or temper characteristics of any period of time
Zeitgeist
To cause to be at a loss as to what to think, say, or do; to confound; to perplex; to bewilder
Nonplus
Of or pertaining to marriage or the marriage state; conjugal; nuptial
Connubial
A very small quantity or degree; a jot; a bit
Iota
Freely exchangeable for or replaceable by another of like nature or kind in the satisfaction of an obligation
Fungible
Excessive or flashy ornamentation or decoration; a fuss over a matter of little importance
Foofaraw
A full and tedious passage in a book, play, musical composition, or the like
Longueur
To dress up; to deck for show; to primp
Prink
A dominant and recurring theme
Leitmotif
To improve
Ameliorate
A commendation, compliment
Panegyric
Free from concern, worry, or anxiety; carefree; nonchalant
Insouciant
To stay as a temporary resident; to dwell for a time
Sojourn
Littering with gold or silver; tinseled
Clinquant
