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Travis T.
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  1. inconspicuous
    not prominent or readily noticeable
  2. incorrigible
    impervious to correction by punishment
  3. incredulous
    not disposed or willing to believe; unbelieving
  4. indelible
    not able to be forgotten, removed, or erased
  5. indict
    accuse formally of a crime
  6. indictment
    an accusation of wrongdoing
  7. indifferent
    marked by a lack of interest
  8. indigenous
    originating where it is found
  9. indigent
    poor enough to need help from others
  10. indignant
    angered at something unjust or wrong
  11. indoctrinate
    teach uncritically
  12. indolent
    disinclined to work or exertion
  13. ineffectual
    not producing an intended consequence
  14. inept
    generally incompetent and ineffectual
  15. inert
    unable to move or resist motion
  16. inexorable
    impossible to prevent, resist, or stop
  17. infamous
    known widely and usually unfavorably
  18. infer
    conclude by reasoning
  19. infinitesimal
    immeasurably small
  20. ingratiate
    gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts
  21. inherent
    existing as an essential constituent or characteristic
  22. innate
    present at birth but not necessarily hereditary
  23. innuendo
    an indirect and usually malicious implication
  24. inquest
    an investigation into the cause of an unexpected death
  25. insidious
    working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way
  26. insipid
    lacking interest or significance or impact
  27. insolvent
    unable to meet or discharge financial obligations
  28. instigate
    provoke or stir up
  29. insular
    relating to or characteristic of or situated on an island
  30. insurrection
    organized opposition to authority
  31. intangible
    incapable of being perceived by the senses, especially touch
  32. integral
    existing as an essential constituent or characteristic
  33. integrity
    an undivided or unbroken completeness with nothing wanting
  34. intractable
    difficult to manage or mold
  35. intransigent
    impervious to pleas, persuasion, requests, or reason
  36. intrepid
    invulnerable to fear or intimidation
  37. intrinsic
    belonging to a thing by its very nature
  38. introspective
    given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences
  39. inundate
    fill or cover completely, usually with water
  40. irascible
    quickly aroused to anger
  41. irrelevant
    having no bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
  42. irreverent
    showing lack of due respect or veneration
  43. irrevocable
    incapable of being retracted
  44. itinerary
    an established line of travel or access
  45. jaded
    exhausted
  46. jaundiced
    affected by yellowing of the skin
  47. judicious
    marked by the exercise of common sense in practical matters
  48. juggernaut
    a massive inexorable force
  49. juxtapose
    place side by side
  50. Kafkaesque
    relating to or in the manner of Franz Kafka or his writings
  51. kinetic
    relating to the motion of material bodies and their forces
  52. kismet
    fate or fortune
  53. kudos
    an expression of approval and commendation
  54. lackadaisical
    idle or indolent especially in a dreamy way
  55. lackluster
    not having brilliance or vitality
  56. laconic
    brief and to the point
  57. laissez-faire
    with minimally restricted freedom, especially in commerce
  58. lampoon
    ridicule with satire
  59. languid
    lacking spirit or liveliness
  60. languish
    become feeble
  61. lascivious
    driven by lust
  62. latent
    potentially existing but not presently evident or realized
  63. latitude
    an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator
  64. laud
    praise, glorify, or honor
  65. lavish
    given or giving freely, generously, or without restriction
  66. legacy
    a gift of personal property by will
  67. lethargic
    deficient in alertness or activity
  68. levity
    a manner lacking seriousness
  69. libel
    a false and malicious publication
  70. liberal
    showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
  71. Lilliputian
    tiny
  72. lip service
    an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction
  73. literati
    well-educated people who are interested in books
  74. litigate
    engage in legal proceedings
  75. litigious
    of or relating to legal proceedings
  76. lobby
    a large entrance or reception room or area
  77. logistics
    supplying an operation with labor and materials as needed
  78. loose cannon
    a person who is expected to perform a particular task but who is out of control and dangerous
  79. loquacious
    full of trivial conversation
  80. lucid
    transparently clear; easily understandable
  81. lucrative
    producing a sizeable profit
  82. ludicrous
    inviting ridicule
  83. lukewarm
    moderately warm
  84. lurid
    glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism
  85. macabre
    shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
  86. Machiavellian
    of or relating to amoral or conniving political principles
  87. machination
    a crafty and involved plot to achieve your ends
  88. magnanimous
    noble and generous in spirit
  89. magnate
    a very wealthy or powerful businessperson
  90. magnum opus
    a creator's greatest work of art or literature
  91. malaise
    a feeling of mild sickness or depression
  92. malevolent
    wishing or appearing to wish evil to others
  93. malice
    the desire to see others suffer
  94. malignant
    dangerous to health
  95. malingerer
    someone shirking duty by feigning illness or incapacity
  96. malleable
    capable of being shaped or bent
  97. mandate
    a formal statement of a command to do something
  98. manifest
    clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
  99. manifesto
    a public declaration of intentions
  100. masochist
    someone who obtains pleasure from receiving punishment
  101. maternal
    characteristic of a mother
  102. matriarch
    a female head of a family or tribe
  103. maudlin
    very sentimental or emotional
  104. maxim
    a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits
  105. mea culpa
    an acknowledgment of your error or guilt
  106. mediate
    act between parties with a view to reconciling differences
  107. melodramatic
    having excitement and emotional appeal
  108. menial
    relating to unskilled work, especially domestic work
  109. mentor
    a wise and trusted guide and advisor
  110. mercenary
    a person hired to fight for another country than their own
  111. metamorphosis
    striking change in appearance or character or circumstances
  112. metaphor
    a figure of speech that suggests a non-literal similarity
  113. metaphysical
    pertaining to the philosophical study of being and knowing
  114. microcosm
    a miniature model of something
  115. milieu
    the environmental condition
  116. minutia
    a small or minor detail
  117. misanthrope
    someone who dislikes people in general
  118. mitigate
    lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of
  119. mollify
    cause to be more favorably inclined
  120. momentous
    of very great significance
  121. monolithic
    imposing in size or bulk or solidity
  122. moot
    of no legal significance, as having been previously decided
  123. moratorium
    suspension of an ongoing activity
  124. morbid
    suggesting the horror of death and decay
  125. moribund
    being on the point of death
  126. motif
    a recurrent element in a literary or artistic work
  127. muckraking
    the exposure of scandal (especially about public figures)
  128. myopic
    unable to see distant objects clearly
  129. myriad
    a large indefinite number
  130. naivete
    lack of sophistication or worldliness
  131. narcissistic
    having an inflated idea of one's own importance
  132. nebulous
    lacking definite form or limits
  133. nefarious
    extremely wicked
  134. neophyte
    a participant with no experience with an activity
  135. nepotism
    favoritism shown to relatives or friends by those in power
  136. nihilism
    complete denial of established authority and institutions
  137. nirvana
    the beatitude that transcends the cycle of reincarnation
  138. nocturnal
    belonging to or active during the night
  139. nonchalant
    marked by casual unconcern or indifference
  140. nostalgia
    a longing for something past
  141. notorious
    known widely and usually unfavorably
  142. novice
    someone new to a field or activity
  143. noxious
    injurious to physical or mental health
  144. nuance
    a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
  145. nullify
    declare invalid
  146. obfuscate
    make obscure or unclear
  147. oblivion
    the state of being disregarded or forgotten
  148. obnoxious
    causing disapproval or protest
  149. obsequious
    attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery
  150. officious
    intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
  151. olive branch
    something given to another in the hope of making peace
  152. ominous
    threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
  153. omnipotent
    having unlimited power
  154. onerous
    burdensome or difficult to endure
  155. opaque
    not transmitting or reflecting light or radiant energy
  156. opportunist
    a person who places expediency above principle
  157. oppression
    the act of subjugating by cruelty
  158. optimism
    the hopeful feeling that all is going to turn out well
  159. opulence
    wealth as evidenced by sumptuous living
  160. orthodox
    adhering to what is commonly accepted
  161. ostensible
    appearing as such but not necessarily so
  162. ostentatious
    intended to attract notice and impress others
  163. ostracize
    expel from a community or group
  164. pacifist
    someone opposed to violence as a means of settling disputes
  165. palpable
    capable of being perceived
  166. panacea
    hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases
  167. panache
    distinctive and stylish elegance
  168. Pandora's box
    (Greek mythology) a box that Zeus gave to Pandora with instructions that she not open it; she gave in to her curiosity and opened it; all the miseries and evils flew out to afflict mankind
  169. paper tiger
    an entity that appears powerful but is actually ineffectual
  170. paradigm
    a standard or typical example
  171. paradox
    a statement that contradicts itself
  172. paragon
    a perfect embodiment of a concept
  173. paraphrase
    express the same message in different words
  174. parochial
    relating to or supported by or located in a parish
  175. parody
    a composition that imitates or misrepresents a style
  176. partisan
    a fervent and even militant proponent of something
  177. pastoral
    devoted to raising sheep or cattle
  178. pathos
    a quality that arouses emotions, especially pity or sorrow
  179. patriarch
    the male head of family or tribe
  180. patronize
    provide support for
  181. paucity
    an insufficient quantity or number
  182. peccadillo
    a petty misdeed
  183. pecuniary
    relating to or involving money
  184. pedantic
    marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning
  185. pedestrian
    a person who travels by foot
  186. pejorative
    expressing disapproval
  187. penchant
    a strong liking or preference
  188. penitent
    feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds
  189. pensive
    deeply or seriously thoughtful
  190. perennial
    lasting an indefinitely long time
  191. perfunctory
    hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough
  192. peripheral
    on or near an edge or constituting an outer boundary
  193. perjury
    criminal offense of making false statements under oath
  194. permeate
    spread or diffuse through
  195. pernicious
    exceedingly harmful
  196. perquisite
    an incidental benefit for certain types of employment
  197. personable
    pleasant in manner and appearance
  198. pertinent
    being of striking appropriateness
  199. perturb
    disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried
  200. peruse
    examine or consider with attention and in detail
  201. pervade
    spread or diffuse through
  202. pervasive
    spreading or spread throughout
  203. perversion
    the action of corrupting something
  204. petty
    small and of little importance
  205. petulant
    easily irritated or annoyed
  206. philanthropy
    the act of donating money or time to promote human welfare
  207. pious
    having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity
  208. piquant
    having an agreeably pungent taste
  209. placate
    cause to be more favorably inclined
  210. placid
    calm and free from disturbance
  211. plaintive
    expressing sorrow
  212. platitude
    a trite or obvious remark
  213. platonic
    free from physical desire
  214. plausible
    apparently reasonable, valid, or truthful
  215. plethora
    extreme excess
  216. poignant
    keenly distressing to the mind or feelings
  217. polarize
    cause to divide into conflicting positions
  218. pontificate
    administer a pontifical office
  219. portent
    a sign of something about to happen
  220. postulate
    maintain or assert
  221. pragmatic
    concerned with practical matters
  222. precedence
    status established in order of importance or urgency
  223. precedent
    an example that is used to justify similar occurrences
  224. precipitate
    bring about abruptly
  225. preclude
    make impossible, especially beforehand
  226. precocious
    characterized by exceptionally early development
  227. precursor
    something indicating the approach of something or someone
  228. preeminent
    greatest in importance, degree, or significance
  229. preempt
    acquire for oneself before others can do so
  230. premonition
    an early warning about a future event
  231. prerequisite
    something that is needed or obligatory in advance
  232. prerogative
    a right reserved exclusively by a person or group
  233. presumptuous
    going beyond what is appropriate, permitted, or courteous
  234. pretense
    the act of giving a false appearance
  235. pretentious
    creating an appearance of importance or distinction
  236. prima donna
    a vain and temperamental person
  237. primordial
    having existed from the beginning
  238. pristine
    immaculately clean and unused
  239. prodigious
    great in size, force, extent, or degree
  240. prodigy
    an unusually gifted or intelligent person
  241. profane
    grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred
  242. proficient
    having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
  243. profligate
    unrestrained by convention or morality
  244. profound
    situated at or extending to great depth
  245. profuse
    produced or growing in extreme abundance
  246. profusion
    the property of being extremely abundant
  247. proletariat
    a social class comprising those who do manual labor
  248. proliferate
    grow rapidly
  249. prolific
    intellectually productive
  250. promiscuous
    casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
  251. propensity
    a natural inclination
  252. propitious
    presenting favorable circumstances
  253. proponent
    a person who argues for a cause or puts forward an idea
  254. propriety
    correct behavior
  255. prosaic
    lacking wit or imagination
  256. proscribe
    command against
  257. proselytize
    convert or try to convert someone to another religion
  258. protocol
    forms of ceremony and etiquette observed by officials
  259. protract
    lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer
  260. prototype
    a standard or typical example
  261. provincial
    associated with an administrative district of a nation
  262. provocative
    serving or tending to excite or stimulate
  263. prudent
    marked by sound judgment
  264. psychotic
    characteristic of or suffering from a severe mental disorder
  265. pundit
    an expert who publicly gives opinions via mass media
  266. pungent
    strong and sharp to the sense of taste or smell
  267. purge
    rid of impurities
  268. quack
    the sound made by a duck
  269. qualify
    prove capable or fit; meet requirements
  270. quandary
    state of uncertainty in a choice between unfavorable options
  271. quell
    suppress or crush completely
  272. quixotic
    not sensible about practical matters
  273. rakish
    marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners
  274. rambunctious
    noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline
  275. ramification
    a consequence, especially one that causes complications
  276. rampant
    occurring or increasing in an unrestrained way
  277. rancor
    a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
  278. rapacious
    living by preying on other animals
  279. ratify
    approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation
  280. rationalize
    employ logic or reason
  281. rebuke
    an act or expression of criticism and censure
  282. rebuttal
    the speech act of refuting by offering a contrary argument
  283. recant
    formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief
  284. reconcile
    come to terms
  285. red herring
    something intended to distract attention from the main issue
  286. redress
    make reparations or amends for
  287. redundant
    more than is needed, desired, or required
  288. refute
    overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
  289. regale
    occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion
  290. regress
    go back to a previous state
  291. reiterate
    say, state, or perform again
  292. relegate
    assign to a lower position
  293. relentless
    never-ceasing
  294. relinquish
    turn away from; give up
  295. remiss
    failing in what duty requires
  296. Renaissance
    period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages
  297. renege
    fail to fulfill a promise or obligation
  298. renounce
    turn away from; give up
  299. repartee
    adroitness and cleverness in reply
  300. repercussion
    a remote or indirect consequence of some action
  301. replete
    filled to satisfaction with food or drink
  302. reprehensible
    bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure
  303. reprisal
    a retaliatory action against an enemy
  304. reproach
    express criticism towards
  305. reprove
    reprimand, scold, or express dissatisfaction with
  306. repudiate
    refuse to acknowledge, ratify, or recognize as valid
  307. rescind
    cancel officially
  308. resign
    accept as inevitable
  309. resilient
    recovering readily from adversity, depression, or the like
  310. resolute
    firm in purpose or belief
  311. resonate
    produce a deep, clear sound
  312. respite
    a pause from doing something
  313. reticent
    reluctant to draw attention to yourself
  314. reverberate
    ring or echo with sound
  315. revere
    regard with feelings of respect
  316. reverie
    an abstracted state of absorption
  317. rhapsodize
    say with great enthusiasm
  318. rhetoric
    study of the technique for using language effectively
  319. rife
    excessively abundant
  320. rudimentary
    being in the earliest stages of development
  321. ruminate
    reflect deeply on a subject
  322. rustic
    characteristic of rural life
  323. saccharine
    overly sweet
  324. sacrilege
    blasphemous behavior
  325. sacrosanct
    treated as if holy and kept free from violation or criticism
  326. sadistic
    deriving pleasure from inflicting pain on another
  327. salient
    conspicuous, prominent, or important
  328. sanction
    official permission or approval
  329. sanctimonious
    excessively or hypocritically pious
  330. sanguine
    confidently optimistic and cheerful
  331. sardonic
    disdainfully or ironically humorous
  332. satirical
    exposing human folly to ridicule
  333. scapegoat
    someone who is punished for the errors of others
  334. schism
    division of a group into opposing factions
  335. scintillating
    having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
  336. scrupulous
    characterized by extreme care and great effort
  337. scrutinize
    examine carefully for accuracy
  338. secede
    withdraw from an organization or polity
  339. secular
    someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person
  340. sedentary
    requiring sitting or little activity
  341. semantics
    the study of language meaning
  342. seminal
    influential and providing a basis for later development
  343. sequester
    keep away from others
  344. serendipity
    good luck in making unexpected and fortunate discoveries
  345. servile
    submissive or fawning in attitude or behavior
  346. shirk
    avoid one's assigned duties
  347. shrewd
    marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
  348. singular
    being a single and separate person or thing
  349. slander
    words falsely spoken that damage the reputation of another
  350. sojourn
    a temporary stay
  351. solace
    comfort offered to one who is disappointed or miserable
  352. solemn
    dignified and somber in manner or character
  353. solicitous
    full of anxiety and concern
  354. solvent
    capable of meeting financial obligations
  355. sophistry
    a deliberately invalid argument in the hope of deceiving
  356. sovereign
    a nation's ruler usually by hereditary right
  357. spearhead
    the head and sharpened point of a spear
  358. specious
    plausible but false
  359. spite
    meanness or nastiness
  360. spry
    moving quickly and lightly
  361. spurious
    plausible but false
  362. squalid
    foul and run-down and repulsive
  363. squander
    spend thoughtlessly; throw away
  364. stagnation
    a state of inactivity
  365. staid
    characterized by dignity and propriety
  366. stalemate
    a situation in which no progress can be made
  367. stalwart
    having rugged physical strength
  368. status quo
    the existing state of affairs
  369. staunch
    firm and dependable especially in loyalty
  370. steadfast
    marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
  371. stereotype
    a conventional or formulaic conception or image
  372. stigma
    a symbol of disgrace or infamy
  373. stigmatize
    condemn or openly brand as disgraceful
  374. stipulate
    make an express demand or provision in an agreement
  375. stoic
    seeming unaffected by pleasure or pain; impassive
  376. strident
    unpleasantly loud and harsh
  377. stringent
    demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
  378. stymie
    hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
  379. suave
    having a sophisticated charm
  380. subjugate
    make subservient; force to submit or subdue
  381. sublime
    of high moral or intellectual value
  382. subliminal
    below the threshold of conscious perception
  383. subordinate
    an assistant subject to the authority or control of another
  384. subpoena
    a writ issued to compel the attendance of a witness
  385. subservient
    compliant and obedient to authority
  386. substantiate
    establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
  387. subterfuge
    something intended to misrepresent the nature of an activity
  388. subversive
    in opposition to an established system or government
  389. succinct
    briefly giving the gist of something
  390. superficial
    of, affecting, or being on or near the surface
  391. superfluous
    more than is needed, desired, or required
  392. surreal
    characterized by fantastic and incongruous imagery
  393. surrogate
    someone or something that takes the place of another
  394. svelte
    being of delicate or slender build
  395. Svengali
    someone (usually maleficent) who tries to persuade or force another person to do his bidding
  396. swan song
    a final performance or effort (especially before retirement)
  397. sycophant
    a person who tries to please someone to gain an advantage
  398. symbiotic
    of organisms living together, especially to mutual advantage
  399. symmetry
    balance among the parts of something
  400. synonymous
    meaning the same or nearly the same
  401. synthesis
    the combination of ideas into a complex whole
  402. tacit
    implied by or inferred from actions or statements
  403. taciturn
    habitually reserved and uncommunicative
  404. tactful
    having a sense of what is considerate in dealing with others
  405. tangible
    perceptible by the senses, especially the sense of touch
  406. tantamount
    being essentially equal to something
  407. tawdry
    tastelessly showy
  408. temerity
    fearless daring
  409. temperate
    not extreme
  410. tenacious
    stubbornly unyielding
  411. tenet
    a basic principle or belief that is accepted as true
  412. tentative
    hesitant or lacking confidence; unsettled in mind or opinion
  413. tenuous
    lacking substance or significance
  414. terse
    brief and to the point
  415. testament
    strong evidence for something
  416. tirade
    a speech of violent denunciation
  417. titillate
    stimulate or excite
  418. torrid
    characterized by intense emotion
  419. touchstone
    a basis for comparison
  420. transcend
    go beyond the scope or limits of
  421. transcendental
    existing outside of or not in accordance with nature
  422. transgression
    the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
  423. transient
    lasting a very short time
  424. traumatic
    psychologically painful
  425. travesty
    a composition that imitates or misrepresents a style
  426. trepidation
    a feeling of alarm or dread
  427. trite
    repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
  428. tryst
    a secret rendezvous, especially a romantic one
  429. tumultuous
    characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination
  430. tutelage
    attention and management implying responsibility for safety
  431. tyranny
    government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator
  432. ubiquitous
    being present everywhere at once
  433. ulterior
    lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed
  434. ultimatum
    a final peremptory demand
  435. unassuming
    not arrogant
  436. uncanny
    surpassing the ordinary or normal
  437. undermine
    weaken or impair, especially gradually
  438. unequivocal
    admitting of no doubt or misunderstanding
  439. unflappable
    not easily perturbed, excited, or upset
  440. unmitigated
    not diminished or moderated in intensity or severity
  441. unorthodox
    breaking with tradition or typical norms
  442. unscrupulous
    without principles
  443. upbraid
    express criticism towards
  444. urbane
    showing a high degree of refinement
  445. usurp
    seize and take control without authority
  446. utilitarian
    having a useful function
  447. utopia
    ideally perfect state
  448. vacillate
    be undecided about something
  449. vanguard
    the leading units moving at the head of an army
  450. vehement
    marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions
  451. vendetta
    a blood feud between members of opposing parties
  452. veneer
    coating consisting of a thin layer of wood
  453. venerable
    profoundly honored
  454. venturesome
    disposed to take risks
  455. veracity
    unwillingness to tell lies
  456. verbatim
    using exactly the same words
  457. vernacular
    the everyday speech of the people
  458. viable
    capable of life or normal growth and development
  459. vicarious
    experienced at secondhand
  460. vicissitude
    a variation in circumstances or fortune
  461. Victorian
    a person who lived during the nineteenth century
  462. vigilance
    the process of paying close and continuous attention
  463. vilify
    spread negative information about
  464. vindicate
    show to be right by providing justification or proof
  465. vindictive
    disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge
  466. visceral
    relating to or affecting the internal organs
  467. vitriolic
    harsh, bitter, or malicious in tone
  468. vivacious
    vigorous and animated
  469. vociferous
    conspicuously and offensively loud
  470. vogue
    a current state of general acceptance and use
  471. volatile
    liable to lead to sudden change or violence
  472. volition
    the act of making a choice
  473. voracious
    devouring or craving food in great quantities
  474. waffle
    a batter cake baked and pressed between two patterned metal plates
  475. wanton
    a lewd or immoral person
  476. wary
    marked by keen caution and watchful prudence
  477. WASP
    a white person of Anglo-Saxon ancestry who belongs to a Protestant denomination
  478. Waterloo
    a town in central Belgium where in 1815 Napoleon met his final defeat
  479. whimsical
    determined by chance or impulse rather than by necessity
  480. wily
    marked by skill in deception
  481. windfall
    a sudden happening that brings good fortune
  482. wistful
    showing pensive sadness
  483. zeal
    a feeling of strong eagerness
  484. zealous
    marked by active interest and enthusiasm
  485. zenith
    the highest point of something
Created on Thu Sep 12 10:07:51 EDT 2013 (updated Thu Sep 12 10:45:40 EDT 2013)

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