spare_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, adjective, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to handle gently or leniently.
instruct_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to teach; educate; inform.
retro_2_adv._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ backwards.
regicide_3_n._Latin  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ killing or killer of king; person who signed death-warrant of Charles I of England, or Louis XVI of France. 
evaginate_4_v.t._Latin  ,    : ,   + ,  ._ turn inside out; protrude by so turning; 
calcicole_3_n._French  : ,   (from Latin  ,  . See  ) + ,   (from Latin . See  )._ plant thriving on limy soil.
strict_1_adjective_English , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_imposing severe discipline or requiring rigorous effort; unyielding; demanding.
illation_3_n._Late Latin  , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ inference; act of inferring. 
omission_3_noun_English , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_the act of omitting, or the condition of being omitted.
narthex_2_n._Late Greek , from Greek,  ,  ._ church porch; vestibule. 
pandemic_3_a._From Late Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ universal; affecting majority of people of an area; epidemic everywhere. 
meridian_4_n._Middle English, from Old French,  , from Latin ,  , from ,  , from ,  , alteration of earlier * , from *  : * , dative (locative) of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + , dative of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ highest point; 
black_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_the darkest color, which absorbs but does not reflect light.
sensitive_3_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Medieval Latin ,  -- 15th century_having the ability to sense.
phony_3_adjective_, from Irish , from Old Irish  -- 1900_(informal) not real or genuine; fake.
triglyph_2_n._Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see  ._ architectural ornament of tablet bearing two V-shaped channels. 
hulking_2_adjective_unknown_awkwardly large; bulky; unwieldy.
cleft_1_verb, adjective, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_a past tense and part participle of cleave2.
heinous_2_a._Middle English, from Old French , from ,  , from ,  , from Frankish * ._ hateful; atrocious; unpardonable.
montage_2_n._French, from ,  , from Old French. See   ._ a composite picture made up of many pictures artistically blended or laid out; any similar blending of scenes, sounds, etc.; manner of artistically constructing sequence of scenes in film.
certain_2_adjective_English, from Old French, from Vulgar Latin , from Latin , , from akin to Greek , Old Irish  -- 13th century_without doubt; convinced; sure.
praetor_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , perhaps from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ ancient Roman magistrate of high rank. 
animal_3_noun, adjective_, ,  -- 14th century_a living creature that is generally distinguished from plants by its cellular structure and by the ability to move voluntarily.
shallow_2_adjective, noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English ; akin to Old English  -- 14th century_measuring little from top to bottom; lacking depth.
jactitation_4_n._Medieval Latin  ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,   frequentative of ,   frequentative of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ jactation; false claim. 
stylus_2_n._Latin, alteration (influenced by Greek ,  ), of ._ style; gramophone needle; any pointed tracer or indicator.
actinium_4_n._From Greek  ,  . See  ._ rare radio-active element.
monumental_4_adjective_unknown_massive, imposing, or extremely conspicuous.
zest_1_noun_French ,  -- circa 1674_great pleasure; keen enjoyment; relish.
fuscous_2_a._From Latin ._ dark in colour; tawny.
madden_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_to enrage or inflame.
impair_2_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin Late Latin  -- 14th century_to make less effective or valuable; diminish or damage.
irrelevant_4_adjective_unknown_not related to or connected with the matter or occasion at hand.
duomo_2_n._Italian. See  ._ cathedral.
permanent_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_existing or intended to exist indefinitely or perpetually; everlasting.
bengaline_3_n._French, from    ._ silk, silk-and-wool or silk-and-cotton transversely corded fabric.
georgic_2_a._Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to agriculture; rural; 
ekistics_3_n._Modern Greek , from feminine of Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See  ._ scientific study of human settlements.
agree_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , , from Latin , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to have the same opinion (often fol. by with).
septillion_3_n._French  : Latin ,  ; see   + French (as in ,  , from Old French . See  )._ a million sextillions (10
polyhistor_4_n._Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ person of exceptionally wide knowledge; polymath.
tabard_2_n._Middle English, from Old French , or Old Spanish ._ herald's sleeveless tunic; coat worn over armour.
deliver_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 13th century_to send or bring (something) to an intended destination or recipient.
catalogue_3_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_a systematic, usu. annotated, list of books, merchandise, or the like that is available in or from a source such as a library or mail order merchandiser.
general_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_relating to or characteristic of the whole.
indistinct_3_adjective_,  -- 1526_not clearly defined or delineated; vague; blurred.
charge_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old French,  -- 13th century_to give (someone) a responsibility or duty.
carminative_4_n.  a._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , past participle of ,  , from * ,  , from ,  ._ (medicine) expelling wind.
acoustic_3_a._Greek ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to the hearing, to sound and its transmission; worked by sound or echoes. 
equitation_4_n._Latin  , from ,  . See  ._ horse-riding. 
injurious_4_adjective_unknown_tending to cause damage; harmful; hurtful.
dieldrin_2_n._From , after   , and   ._ a persistent chemical pesticide, generally forbidden in the U.K. since 1964.
fume_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit , Old Church Slavonic  -- 14th century_(often pl.) a vapor, smoke, odor, or the like, esp. one that is disagreeable or unhealthful.
parang_2_n._Malay._ large Malay or Dyak sheath-knife.
abuse_2_transitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to use in an improper or incorrect manner; misuse.
call_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old Norse ; akin to Old English , Old High German , Old Church Slavonic  -- before 12th century_to speak loudly or cry out to.
escape_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, from Old North French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin Late Latin ,  -- 13th century_to free oneself from physical confinement.
contact_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb, adjective_Latin; French, from Latin ,  -- 1626_the touching of two things or persons.
delicate_3_adjective_English , from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 14th century_agreeable to the senses because of fineness or subtlety.
plastron_2_n._French, from Old French, from Old Italian , augmentative of ,  . See  ._ breast-pad or plate for protection; shell protecting underside of tortoise, etc.; false shirt-front.
claim_1_transitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French , from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 14th century_to assert ownership; demand as one's right.
demise_2_n._Middle English,  , from Old French , past participle of ,  . See  ._ death; act of conveying estate; 
stevedore_3_n._Spanish , from ,  , from Latin ,  ._ dock labourer loading or unloading ship. 
caruncle_3_n._Obsolete French , from Latin , diminutive of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ fleshy outgrowth. 
cornea_3_n._Medieval Latin ,  , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ transparent horny substance protecting eyeball. 
coronal_3_a._Middle English, from Latin ,  , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to corona or crown of head; 
eternal_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_having no beginning or end; existing outside of time; timeless.
ingurgitate_4_v.i.,v.t._Latin   : ,  ; see    +  ,  ._ swallow up; guzzle. 
arriviste_3_n._French, from ,  , from Old French . See  ._ pushful, ambitious person.
head_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- before 12th century_the body part of a human being or animal that contains the brain or primary nerve center and the facial features.
arbitrary_4_adjective_unknown_resulting from whim or caprice instead of from a rule or reason.
exergue_2_n._French  : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ space at base of figure on coin containing date. 
vacation_3_noun, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a period of rest, leisure, recreation, or travel, esp. away from one's regular occupation.
kappa_2_n._Greek,  . See   in Semitic Roots._ tenth letter of Greek alphabet.
consecution_4_n._Middle English ,  , from Latin  ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ logical advance in argument; sequence. 
terrazzo_3_n._Italian, perhaps from Old Provençal ,  . See  ._ flooring of marble chips.
mercer_2_n._Middle English, from Old French ,  , from ,  , from Latin  ,  ._ dealer in textiles. 
inducement_3_noun_unknown_the act or process of inducing.
reprehensible_5_adjective_unknown_deserving of blame or reproof; condemnable; blameworthy.
villein_2_n._Middle English . See  ._ free villager; serf. 
glorify_3_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Late Latin ,  -- 14th century_to give great praise, honor, or glory to, esp. in worship; exalt; extol.
perihelion_5_n._Alteration of New Latin  :   + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ point in orbit nearest sun. 
help_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun, interjection_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_to give aid or assistance to.
admission_3_noun_unknown_the act, process, or result of allowing entry.
modest_2_adjective_; akin to Latin  -- 1565_having or expressing a relatively low or moderate opinion of one's abilities, worth, importance, or the like.
guillemot_3_n._French, diminutive of the personal name ._ kind of auk-like seabird.
dalmatic_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin ,  , from Latin    ._ kind of outer ecclesiastical vestment; similar vestment worn by king at coronation.
precocial_3_a._From New Latin ,  , from pl. of Latin ,  . See  ._ applied to birds having downy young, able to run immediately they are hatched.
opine_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin ,  ._ state (as) an opinion.
except_2_preposition, conjunction, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_with the exclusion of; other than; but.
nocent_2_a._Middle English ,  , from Latin  present participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ harmful; criminal.
insubordinate_5_adjective, noun_unknown_unwilling to respect or submit to authority; disobedient.
lichen_2_n._Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ lowly grey-green flowerless plant encrusting rocks, trees, etc.; encrusting skin disease. 
invisible_4_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_not capable of being seen; not visible.
big_1_adjective_English, Scandinavian ; akin to Norwegian  -- 14th century_large in size, number, extent, or weight.
perfect_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb_English , from Old French, from Latin , , ,  -- 14th century_free from mistakes or defects; flawless.
tangle_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , Scandinavian ; akin to Swedish  -- 14th century_to mix, twist, or entwine in a jumbled mass.
burgeon_2_n.,v.i._Middle English , from Old French , from ,  , from Vulgar Latin *  , from Late Latin ,  ._ bud; sprout.
baobab_3_n._Possibly from North African Arabic ,  , from Arabic ,    : ,  ; see in Semitic Roots + , pl. of ,  ._ huge W African, Indian and Australian tree, yielding rope fibre and edible fruit; monkey-bread tree.
sassafras_3_n._Spanish , from Late Latin ,  , variant of ,  . See  ._ kind of laurel and its root-bark, used medicinally.
davenport_3_n._From obsolete ,  ,  ._ small writing table; 
ratify_3_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin  : Latin ,  , past participle of ,  ; see    + Latin ,  ._ confirm, approve formally. 
disciple_3_noun_English, from Old English Old French , from Late Latin Latin; Late Latin Jesus Christ , from Latin,  -- before 12th century_a pupil, adherent, or follower.
guarded_2_adjective_unknown_wary; cautious.
asteroid_3_n._From Greek ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ small planet revolving between Jupiter and Mars; planetoid; any star-like body; 
piteous_3_adjective_unknown_worthy of or inspiring pity or sympathy; pitiable.
amnion_3_n._Greek ._ innermost membrane enclosing foetus. 
dynatron_3_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ multi-electrode thermionic valve often used as an oscillator.
minimum_3_noun_, akin to Latin  -- 1674_the smallest or least possible amount, degree, or number.
old_1_adjective, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin ,  -- before 12th century_having lived for many years; not young.
culture_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_the sum of the language, customs, beliefs, and art considered characteristic of a particular group of people.
gory_2_adjective_unknown_covered with blood; bloody.
equal_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb_English, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_of or having the same value, measure, or quantity as something else.
penniless_3_adjective_unknown_having no money at all; very poor.
animation_4_noun_unknown_the act or result of animating or causing to be lively.
furor_2_noun_French Latin; Middle French, from Latin,  -- 15th century_a state of commotion, controversy, or the like.
pelerine_3_n._French , from feminine of ,  , from Late Latin . See  ._ woman's short cape with tippets in front.
ingenuous_4_a._Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ innocent; guileless. 
stentor_2_n._After , a Greek herald._ loud-voiced person. 
hernia_3_n._Middle English, from Latin. See in Indo-European Roots._ rupture. 
bald_1_adjective_English ; akin to Danish , Latin , Greek  -- 14th century_having little or no hair on the scalp.
gain_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Middle French , from Old French , , from Germanic ; akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- 14th century_to acquire.
tartar_2_n._Persian ,  ._ crust-like deposit of grape juice on wine casks; incrustation on teeth. 
recriminate_4_v.i._Medieval Latin   : Latin ,   + Latin ,   (from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ make countercharge; utter mutual accusations or abuse. 
landau_2_n._After , a city of southwest Germany._ four-wheeler carriage with folding hood and removable top. 
internuncio_5_n._Italian , from Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ go-between; papal emissary.
argument_3_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a process of disagreement.
plutocracy_4_n._Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ government by wealthy class. 
dispatch_3_transitive verb, noun_unknown_to send off to a specific place or for a specific purpose.
expropriate_4_v.t._Medieval Latin   : Latin ,   + Latin ,   (from ,  . See  )._ deprive of; transfer ownership of. 
aquiline_3_a._Latin , from ,  ._ eagle-like; like beak of eagle.
beneficial_4_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ advantageous; bringing good. 
tundra_2_n._Russian, from Sami ,  ._ arctic plain with mosses, shrubs, etc.
genius_2_noun_,  -- 1513_extraordinary power of intellect, esp. as shown in artistic or scientific work.
violence_3_noun_unknown_strong, damaging force.
seize_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , Germanic ; akin to Old High German  -- 14th century_to take hold of forcibly and quickly.
stale_1_adjective_English, akin to Middle Dutch  -- 15th century_having lost the moisture, taste, effervescence, or the like that is associated with freshness.
pukka_2_a._Hindi ,  , from Sanskrit , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ good; sound; reliable; genuine.
emergency_4_noun_unknown_a serious situation or sudden crisis, usu. unforeseen, that requires immediate action.
accomplish_3_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to bring to a satisfactory conclusion; do to completion.
paramatta_4_n._After  ._ cotton or silk and wool dress material.
competent_3_adjective_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_capable; qualified.
explosive_3_adjective_unknown_capable of causing an explosion.
gash_1_noun, transitive verb_unknown_a long and deep cut, such as a wound.
apparitor_4_n._Middle English, from Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ herald; harbinger; officer executing order of ecclesiastical court.
compellation_4_n._Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ calling upon by name; manner in which person is addressed. 
proselyte_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + aorist tense stem of ,  ._ convert, especially to Jewish faith. 
submit_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to give up or yield (oneself) to the power, will, or authority of another.
irritable_4_adjective_unknown_easily annoyed or angered.
riposte_2_n._French, alteration of obsolete , from Italian ,  , from feminine past participle of ,  , from Latin . See  ._ quick return thrust or reply; 
upright_2_adjective, noun, adverb, transitive verb_unknown_in a vertical position.
episiotomy_6_n._Greek ,   +  ._ cut made in perineum to ease childbirth.
lectionary_4_n._Medieval Latin , from Latin  ,  . See  ._ list of parts of Scriptures ordered to be read in churches.
biota_3_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ flora and fauna of a region.
delectation_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ enjoyment.
stony_2_adjective_unknown_full of or covered with stones.
argosy_3_n._Alteration of obsolete , from Italian    ._ large merchant ship; merchant fleet.
holy_2_adjective, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_sacred according to religious authority.
triumph_2_noun, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Latin  -- 14th century_the act, condition, or fact of achieving a great victory or success.
diuretic_4_a.,n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ (drug) increasing urination. 
sepulture_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from , past participle of ,  ._ interment. 
dilatory_4_a._Middle English , from Latin , from ,  , from , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ procrastinating; slow.
ordeal_2_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_a painful, exhausting, or emotionally trying experience, esp. when regarded as a test of a person's endurance or character.
hymnody_3_n._Medieval Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ hymns; hymn-singing; hymnology. 
fame_1_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 13th century_widespread recognition; public esteem; renown.
cyclone_2_n._From Greek , present participle of ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ any storm in which wind is rotary; 
insecure_3_adjective_Latin , from Latin  -- 1649_having insufficient protection; not safe or secure.
lupine_2_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin , from neuter of ,  . See   ._ pertaining to wolves. 
diatom_3_n._New Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ species of algae. 
cheer_1_noun_English , from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from Greek ,  -- 13th century_liveliness, happiness, or gaiety.
propolis_3_n._Latin, from Greek,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ resin of tree buds collected by bees; bee glue. 
intelligence_4_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_the capacity to learn, reason, and understand.
inhuman_3_adjective_English , from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_lacking human feelings such as warmth, mercy, or sympathy; cruel, brutal, or unfeeling.
silage_2_n._Short for  ._ green fodder preserved for winter in silo by fermentation.
obvious_3_adjective_, , ,  -- 1603_easily understood or seen; apparent.
smash_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun, adjective_ -- 1725_to break (something) into small pieces by hitting, throwing, or dropping, often noisily.
flash_1_noun_English ,  -- 13th century_a sudden, brilliant light that vanishes almost instantly.
bayadere_3_n._French , from Portuguese ,  , from ,  , from Late Latin . See   ._ Hindu dancing girl; 
genre_2_noun, adjective_, from Middle French,  -- 1770_a particular type, sort, or kind.
feuilleton_3_n._French, from ,  , diminutive of ,  , from Old French , from Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots._ feature and criticism page of newspaper; instalment of serial story. 
defamation_4_noun_unknown_the act or an instance of defaming; libel or slander.
comprehend_3_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to understand or grasp the meaning of.
proptosis_3_n._Late Latin ,  , from Greek, from  ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ prolapse of eyeball.
trepan_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Medieval Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ surgical saw for incision into skull; 
relict_2_n._From Middle English ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  ; see  . Sense 3, Middle English from Medieval Latin , from feminine past participle of Latin ._ widow; survivor; 
disadvantage_4_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 14th century_an unfavorable or inferior condition or circumstance.
loud_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_of sound, having an elevated volume; easily heard.
rutilant_3_a._Middle English , from Latin  present participle of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ shining red. 
consentaneous_5_a._From Latin , from ,  . See  ._ agreeing; unanimous; suitable. 
cahier_2_n._French,  , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ artist's working notes or drawings; report of proceedings.
vitreous_3_a._From Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to or like glass. 
belligerent_4_a._Latin  present participle of ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ making war; 
fee_1_noun_English, from Middle French , from Old French, Germanic ; akin to Old English , Old High German ; akin to Latin ,  -- 14th century_a charge for services.
disavow_3_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 14th century_to deny any knowledge of or connection with; disclaim.
jocund_2_adjective_English, from Late Latin , Latin ,  -- 14th century_merry or cheerful in manner or appearance; jovial.
samurai_3_n._Japanese,  , from Old Japanese  : ,   + ,  , frequentative of ,  ._ (member of) ancient Japanese military caste; military officer.
surreptitious_4_adjective_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_made, performed, or achieved by stealth or in secret.
bionomics_4_n._From French ,  , from ,    : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ._ study of relations of living organisms to environment; ecology. 
vadose_2_a._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ pertaining to water above the water table.
tricky_2_adjective_unknown_given to or marked by deception or trickery; wily.
emend_2_v.t._Middle English , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ._ make alterations to (a text). 
keelson_2_n._Alteration (influenced by   ), of Middle English probably from Old Norse *  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ wooden or steel structure lengthwise within ship's frame to bear and distribute stress.
organism_3_noun_unknown_any animal or plant.
valetudinarian_7_n._From Latin , from  ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ hypochondriac; sickly person. 
rugged_2_adjective_English, from Middle English  -- 14th century_having a surface that is rough, broken, or jagged.
polytheism_4_n._French , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ belief in several gods. 
alliaceous_4_a._Latin ,   +  ._ having smell or taste of garlic; belonging to the onion family of plants.
tamarind_3_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Arabic  : ,  ; see in Semitic Roots + ,  ._ cultivated tropical tree, with edible leaves and flowers, and fruit used as medicine, flour and in preserves.
glacis_2_n._French, from Old French, from ,  , from ,  , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ gentle slope, especially sloping bank of fortification.
nugatory_4_a._Latin , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  ._ futile; powerless; null; nugacious.
viviparous_4_a._From Latin  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ bringing forth live young. 
keratin_3_n._Greek  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots +  ._ protein from which horns, nails, hair and similar tissues develop. 
eulogy_3_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ laudatory speech or writing; high praise. 
circumstance_3_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_an occurrence or fact associated with or having an impact on an event or situation.
visard_2_n._Alteration of obsolete , from Middle English . See  ._ mask; visor.
morbid_2_adjective_,  -- 1656_in an unhealthy, gloomy mental state; preoccupied with sickness, abnormality, or death.
tontine_2_n._French, after Lorenzo (1635-1690?), Italian-born French banker._ allocation of certain benefits, as annuities, etc., among a group of persons such that at the death of one member the remainder share his or her portion; annuity, etc., so shared.
backlog_2_noun, transitive verb_unknown_a quantity, as of work or objects, that has accumulated.
voracious_3_a._From Latin  , from ,  ._ greedy; ravenous. 
stormy_2_adjective_unknown_having or characterized by storms.
atelier_3_n._French, from Old French ,  , from ,  , from Late Latin , alteration of Latin , diminutive of ,  ._ studio; workshop.
doubtful_2_adjective_unknown_having or causing doubt.
origami_4_n._Japanese  : ,   + ,  ._ Japanese art of paper folding.
bolometer_4_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ instrument measuring small amounts of radiant heat electrically. 
weird_1_adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Old English  -- before 12th century_strange, odd, or unconventional; puzzlingly unusual.
peeve_1_transitive verb, noun_ -- 1908_to annoy or irritate; vex.
heteronym_4_n._Back-formation from  ._ word having same spelling as, but different sound and meaning from, another; exactly equivalent word in other language. 
sensible_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_having or showing sound judgment.
subvention_3_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French ,  , from Late Latin  ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ subsidy. 
cautery_3_n._Middle English , from Latin ,  , from Greek , from  ,  ._ medical instrument used for searing wounds, etc.; use of such instrument 
geodesy_4_n._New Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ mathematical study of the earth, its shape, measurements, etc., and the position and area of points and parts of its surface. 
inchoate_3_v.t._Latin , past participle of ,  , alteration of  : ,  ; see    + ,  ._ begin; inaugurate; initiate;, 
rendezvous_3_n._French, from the phrase ,  , from Old French  : , second person pl. imperative of ,  ; see   + ,   (from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ meeting or meeting-place; assignation; 
consuetude_3_n._Middle English, from Latin . See  ._ established custom. 
legate_2_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin, past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ papal envoy; ambassador. 
twitch_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English ; akin to Old English , Old High German  -- 14th century_to move or pull with a quick, sudden motion; jerk.
habitation_4_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_the act or process of inhabiting.
groggy_2_adjective_ -- 1832_dazed, confused, or off-balance as a result of a blow or fall, anesthesia, or the like.
wittol_2_n._Middle English  : ,   (from Old English . See   ) + ,  ; see  ._ complacent cuckold.
sambuca_3_n._Italian, from feminine of ,  , from Latin ._ ancient triangular stringed instrument; Roman siege engine.
ass_1_noun_English, from Old English , from Old Irish , from Latin  -- before 12th century_a long-eared, usu. domesticated animal related to the horse; donkey.
oncoming_3_adjective, noun_unknown_coming toward or near; approaching.
kindred_2_noun, adjective_English, from Old English , ,  -- 12th century_a group of related people, such as a tribe or clan.
abduct_2_transitive verb_,  -- 1834_to carry off or lead away, esp. by force; kidnap.
marabout_3_n._French ,  . See   ._ Muslim monk, saint or hermit; shrine or grave of such.
malcontent_3_adjective, noun_unknown_dissatisfied with existing conditions or circumstances.
atrabilious_4_a._From Latin ,   (translation of Greek ) : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ very melancholic; hypochondriac.
subvert_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ overthrow; pervert; destroy. 
sharp_1_adjective, adverb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German Old English  -- before 12th century_having a thin edge or a fine point, esp. for cutting or piercing; not blunt.
terrapin_3_n._Alteration of , from Virginia Algonquian._ kind of edible N American turtle.
pluvial_3_a._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining or due to rain; having much rain. 
din_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_noise, esp. loud, confused, or dissonant noise.
subsume_2_v.t._Medieval Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ include within a larger entity or under a broader heading. 
overseer_4_noun_unknown_a person employed to supervise the work of others, esp. laborers.
paeon_2_n._Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See  ._ metrical foot of one long and three short syllables or one stressed and these unstressed syllables. 
quick_1_adjective, noun, adverb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Latin , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_done in a short time; immediate.
fix_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Latin , akin to Lithuanian ,  -- 14th century_to make stable or steady; fasten securely.
function_2_noun, intransitive verb_, ; from akin to Sanskrit  -- 1533_the purpose or role for which an object or a person is particularly used or suited.
institute_3_transitive verb, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to establish or set in operation.
close_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Latin , akin to Greek  -- 13th century_to stop up; shut.
virago_3_n._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ nagging or abusive woman.
archaic_3_a._Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  ._ ancient; primitive; out of date. 
void_1_adjective, noun, transitive verb_English , from Old French, from Vulgar Latin , Latin ,  -- 14th century_containing nothing; barren; empty.
favorable_4_adjective_unknown_advantageous, convenient, or helpful.
mugwump_2_n._Massachusett ,  ._ political independent or neutral. 
bawdy_2_adjective, noun_ -- 1513_coarsely or indecently humorous; risque.
gegenschein_3_n._German  : ,   (from Middle High German, from Old High German ) + ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German , from ,  )._ soft light in sky opposite sun; counter-glow.
tocology_4_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ midwifery. 
tedious_3_adjective_English, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_long and boring; dull; wearisome.
flabellate_3_a._Latin ,  ; see   +   ._ fan-shaped. 
nubile_2_a._Latin , from ,  ._ marriageable (applied to women only). 
genocide_3_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ extermination of a race or people.
yearning_2_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_a deep desire, longing, or need.
attempt_2_transitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_to try or seek; undertake.
congregate_3_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to bring or come together to form a group or assembly; gather.
dissolve_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to cause to go into solution.
netsuke_3_n._Japanese._ kind of carved button of wood, ivory, bone, etc.
indigent_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , from Old Latin Latin ; akin to Old High German  -- 15th century_without financial means to live; needy; poor.
virtuous_3_adjective_unknown_characterized by moral excellence or righteousness.
influence_3_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the intangible action of one thing or person on another, which creates an effect on the other.
serene_2_adjective_,  -- 15th century_free from trouble or disturbance; unruffled; tranquil.
fresh_1_adjective_English, from Old French , Germanic ; akin to Old High German ; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_newly made, gained, or experienced.
indebted_3_adjective_English , from Old French ,  -- 13th century_obligated to another person or persons, as for money or favors.
condolence_3_noun_unknown_sympathy with a grieving or suffering person.
suricate_3_n._French, from obsolete Dutch ,  ,  ._ mongoose-like animal of S Africa.
leap_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to spring into the air, moving straight up or to another position.
makeshift_2_noun, adjective_unknown_a temporary or improvised arrangement.
apostate_3_n.  a._Middle English, from Old French, from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See  ._ (person) committing apostasy. 
prime_1_adjective, noun, transitive verb_English, from Old English , from Latin  -- before 12th century_first in importance, rank, or degree.
glow_1_noun, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_light such as that given off by something very hot but flameless.
accidence_3_n._Middle English, from Late Latin , from Latin  ,  . See  ._ science of gram. inflections.
autarchy_3_n._From Greek ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  )._ absolute sovereignty; autocracy. 
obsolescent_4_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ becoming obsolete. 
amortize_3_v.t._Middle English ,  , from Old French  , from Vulgar Latin * ,    : Latin ,   + Latin  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ nullify debt, 
caracal_3_n._French, from Ottoman Turkish  : ,   + ,  ._ lynx of Africa and Asia.
opacity_4_n._French , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  ._ quality or state of being opaque. 
locution_3_noun_English , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_a particular word, phrase, expression, or idiom.
midget_2_noun, adjective_ -- 1865_an abnormally small person with normal proportions.
mesentery_4_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Greek  : ,   + , diminutive of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ membrane enclosing intestines. 
pretty_2_adjective, noun, adverb, transitive verb_English , from Old English , ; from akin to Old Norse  -- 15th century_pleasing or attractive to the senses, esp. the eyes or ears.
muricate_3_a._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ prickly. 
aneroid_3_a._French  : Greek ,  ; see    + Late Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ not using liquid. 
pattern_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Medieval Latin  -- 14th century_a regular or formal design, esp. one used to decorate something.
calumniate_4_v.t._Latin  , from ,  . See  ._ slander. 
prudent_2_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_showing wisdom and caution in practical matters; sensible.
fidelity_4_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin , , ,  -- 15th century_loyalty or faithfulness to obligations, promises, or those to whom one has made a commitment.
extraordinary_5_adjective_English , from Latin , , ,  -- 15th century_far beyond the usual or ordinary.
irregular_4_adjective, noun_English , from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_uneven in shape, arrangement, surface, or the like.
immaculate_4_adjective_English , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_free from any dirt or stain; completely clean.
aqueous_3_a._From Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to water; 
phylactery_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,  , from  ._ small leather box containing scriptural extracts worn by Jews at prayer on head and arm; relic-container; amulet; reminder; record; in medieval art, words in a balloon-like circle drawn issuing from mouth.
cantilena_4_n._Italian, from Latin ,  , from . See  ._ smooth, flowing melody or vocal style.
beast_1_noun_English , from Old French, from Latin  -- 13th century_any four-footed mammal, esp. as distinguished from humans or from birds and invertebrates.
poltroon_2_n._French , from Old Italian ,  , perhaps augmentative of ,   (from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots), or from ,  ._ abject coward.
neoteric_4_a._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,  , comparative of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ new; modern; 
baroque_2_noun, adjective_, from Middle French , from Portuguese  -- 1765_(often cap.) the style or period in art, music, and architecture prevailing in Europe following the Renaissance, from about 1550 to about 1750, characterized by elaborate forms of ornamentation.
hopeless_2_adjective_unknown_beyond hope.
cachepot_2_n._French  : ,  ; see   + ,   (from Old French, from Vulgar Latin * )._ ornamental plant-pot holder.
improve_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_, from Old French , from Late Latin  -- circa 1529_the increase the quality or condition of; make better.
exarch_2_n._Late Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ viceroy; travelling bishop of E Church. 
gamut_2_n._Middle English,  , from Medieval Latin ,    : ,   (from Greek,  . See  ) + ,   (after , first word in a Latin hymn to Saint John the Baptist, the initial syllables of successive lines of which were sung to the notes of an ascending scale CDEFGA:   queant laxis  sonare fibris  ra gestorum  muli tuorum,  ve polluti  bii reatum, Sancte Iohannes)._ whole range of musical notes; whole scale from doh to doh; entire range or compass.
criminal_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French Late Latin; Middle French , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_of or pertaining to crime, esp. as opposed to civil violations.
quintal_2_n._Middle English,  , from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from Arabic , from Late Greek , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ hundredweight; 100 lb; metric unit of 100 kg.
exegesis_4_n._Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ explanation, especially of Bible. 
creditable_4_adjective_unknown_praiseworthy.
lucid_2_adjective_,  -- 1591_easy to understand; articulate; clear.
hexahedron_4_n._Greek , from neuter of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ six-sided solid figure. 
faculty_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ talent; capability; branch of study and its students in university; governing body of university or college; body of teachers and administrators in a university; 
passerine_3_a.,n._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ (bird) belonging to the bird order including perching birds. 
binal_2_a._New Latin ,  , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ double; twin.
octuple_3_a._Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ in groups of eight; eightfold. 
tactful_2_adjective_unknown_having or displaying tact.
hurried_2_adjective_unknown_moving or acting quickly; forced to hurry.
frisson_2_n._French, from Old French , pl. of ,  , from Vulgar Latin *  , from Latin ,  ._ thrill; shudder, shiver.
annul_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ cancel; invalidate; destroy. 
amah_2_n._Portuguese ,  , from Medieval Latin ,  ._ female servant or nanny, especially in the Far East.
doctrine_2_noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_something that is advocated or taught; teaching.
fiat_2_n._Medieval Latin, from Latin,  , third person sing. present subjunctive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ decree; command; decision. 
scorn_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , Germanic ; akin to Old High German  -- 13th century_undisguised contempt; derision.
spoil_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to damage or ruin; make unusable or unsatisfactory.
charcuterie_4_n._French, from  : ,   (from Latin ,  . See  ) + ,   (from Latin , past participle of . See  )._ (shop selling) cold meats made from pork.
cockatrice_3_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Medieval Latin  , possibly alteration of (translation of Greek ,  ), from Latin ,  , from  ,  ._ basilisk.
nomology_4_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ science of law. 
phantasm_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek, from ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ figment of imagination, an illusion; ghost. 
suctorial_4_a._From New Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to, or for, sucking; having such organs. 
bead_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English , akin to Old English ,  -- before 12th century_a small, generally round object, usu. made of glass, wood, or the like with a hole through its center for stringing to make necklaces or for decorating clothing.
carillon_3_n._French, alteration of Old French , from Late Latin  ,  . See  ._ peal of bells. 
touch_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin ,  -- 14th century_to bring one's hand or fingers in contact with (something) in order to feel it.
tang_1_noun_English, Scandinavian ; akin to Old Norse ,  -- 15th century_a sharp, distinctive flavor, odor, freshness, or the like.
poison_2_noun, transitive verb, adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 13th century_a substance that can kill or seriously harm living organisms, esp. by chemical means.
eject_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to expel forcefully.
fulfill_2_transitive verb_English , from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to effect or bring to realization or completion.
cilice_2_n._French, from Latin ,  , from  ._ hair-cloth; hair shirt.
immature_3_adjective_,  -- 1548_not yet fully developed or mature; juvenile.
reverse_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_opposite in direction, position, movement, or the like.
drugget_2_n._French , probably from ,  . See  ._ coarse cloth used especially as floor-covering.
atrophy_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ._ wasting or paralysis due to lack of nutrition or exercise; 
applaud_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to clap the hands in approval.
lonely_2_adjective_unknown_without companionship; solitary.
chiton_2_n._Greek ,  , from Central Semitic * , from Akkadian ,  , from Sumerian ._ in ancient Greece and Rome, loose woollen tunic; 
vertical_3_adjective, noun_French Late Latin; Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  -- 1559_perpendicular to level ground; extending at right angles to the horizon; upright.
terrene_2_a._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or consisting of earth; mundane.
satyr_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek ._ half-animal follower of Bacchus, in ancient mythology; obscene or bestial man. 
borborygmus_4_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  ._ rumbling of gas in the stomach. 
chagrin_2_noun, transitive verb_,  -- circa 1681_embarrassment or humiliation arising from disappointment or failure.
trivium_3_n._Medieval Latin, from Latin,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ lower division (i.e. grammar, rhetoric, logic) of the seven liberal arts as taught in medieval universities.
savage_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Late Latin , Latin , ,  -- 13th century_ferocious and cruel; fierce.
assign_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ allot; appoint; select; attribute; transfer legally; 
debonair_5_adjective_English , from Old French ,  -- 13th century_having a charming and carefree but polite manner; suave.
sirdar_2_n._Hindi , from Persian  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ British general formerly commanding Egyptian army.
blink_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English,  -- 14th century_to close and open the eyes very quickly, usu. involuntarily; wink.
exiguous_4_a._From Latin , from ,  . See  ._ sparse; slender. 
surculose_3_a._Latin ,  , from , diminutive of ,  ._ producing suckers. 
exophthalmic_4_a._Greek ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or marked by protrusion of eyeball. 
compulsive_3_adjective, noun_unknown_able to compel; compelling.
icosahedron_5_n._Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ 20-sided solid figure. 
enthymeme_3_n._Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ._ argument or syllogism from which a premiss is omitted as self- evident.
carcanet_3_n._From Old French ,  , perhaps from Medieval Latin ,  ._ jewelled necklace or collar.
selachian_4_a.,n._Probably from New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,  ._ (fish) like shark or ray; belonging to shark family of fishes; a shark or ray.
blight_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_ -- 1611_a plant disease characterized by rapid destruction of parts or all of a plant.
mild_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Greek , Latin  -- before 12th century_having or showing a gentle or temperate manner.
everglade_3_n._After the  ._ grassy, islanded swamp, especially of Florida.
recent_2_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin , akin to Greek  -- 15th century_of or occurring in the immediate past.
catechism_3_n._French , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Late Greek , from ,  . See  ._ teaching by question and answer; summary of religious doctrine in question and answer form. 
umbel_2_n._New Latin , from Latin,  , diminutive of ,  ._ umbrella-like inflorescence with stalks of equal length springing from one point, as in carrot. 
stand_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_to assume or maintain an erect position on one's feet (often fol. by up).
copaiba_3_n._Spanish, from Portuguese , from Tupi ._ kind of oily resin. 
war_1_noun_English , from Old North French, Germanic ; akin to Old High German ; akin to Old High German  -- 12th century_a state or period of open, armed fighting between nations, states, or other groups of people.
viridescent_4_a._Late Latin  present participle of ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ greenish. 
methodical_4_adjective_unknown_done, arranged, or acting in an orderly and systematic way.
chatelaine_3_n._French , feminine of ,  , from Old French . See  ._ woman owner, occupier or caretaker of castle; ring attached to belt for carrying keys, etc.
paradigm_3_n._Middle English,  , from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ example, especially of grammatical inflections. 
disfavor_3_noun_from Middle French , , from Old French  -- circa 1533_unfavorable regard or opinion; displeasure or disapproval.
fragile_2_adjective_French, from Latin  -- 1607_easily damaged; delicate.
nature_2_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_fundamental character and disposition, as of human beings.
isomer_3_n._Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ compound of same elements in same proportions by weight as another, but having different structure and properties. 
onus_2_n._Latin._ burden; responsibility; obligation. 
moan_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English  -- 13th century_a long, low, mournful outcry expressing pain, grief, or sorrow.
impromptu_3_a.,n._French, from Latin ,    : ,  ; see    + , ablative of ,   from past participle of ,  . See  ._ extempore (composition).
porbeagle_3_n._Cornish ._ voracious Atlantic and Pacific shark.
ether_2_n._Middle English,  , from Latin , from Greek ._ the sky; space; 
august_2_a._Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ majestic; venerable; awe-inspiring.
militate_3_v.i._Latin  ,  , from  ,  ._ be influential, have an effect.
triceps_2_n._From Latin,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ muscle of back of upper arm with three points of attachment.
quixotic_3_a._From English ,  , after , hero of a romance by Miguel de Cervantes._ idealistic; altruistic; unpractical. 
grosbeak_2_n._Partial translation of French  : ,   (from Old French. See  ) + ,  ._ large-billed finch; hawfinch.
purdah_2_n._Urdu ,  , from Persian, from Middle Persian , from Old Persian * , from ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ curtain concealing some Indian women of high birth; system of concealing such women from public gaze.
graceful_2_adjective_unknown_marked by grace or beauty of movement, manner, or behavior.
informal_3_adjective_unknown_not formal or ceremonious; casual.
concede_2_v.t._French , from Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ admit, acknowledge; allow, grant; surrender; 
housel_2_v.t._Middle English, from Old English ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ administer Holy Communion to.
obviate_3_v.t._Latin  ,  , from ,  . See  ._ anticipate and so avoid the need for.
orgasm_2_n._French , or New Latin both from Greek , from ,  ._ climax of sexual act. 
skip_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , Scandinavian ; akin to Swedish  -- 14th century_to jump forward lightly by sliding and hopping on each foot alternately.
maieutic_3_a._Greek , from ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to Socratic method. 
dynamic_3_adjective, noun_, from Greek , ,  -- 1827_constantly active or changing, usu. in productive ways.
gynocracy_4_n._Greek  : ,   +  ._ gynaecocracy.
clobber_2_transitive verb_ -- 1879_(informal) 1. to strike hard; beat severely.
nonsense_2_noun_unknown_utterances or actions that are meaningless or absurd.
peccary_3_n._Ultimately from Carib ._ American wild pig.
parataxis_4_n._Greek,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    +  ,  ._ unconnected arrangement; 
fertile_2_adjective_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_producing or able to produce abundant growth of farm crops or other vegetation.
articulate_4_adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1586_spoken in clear and distinct words or syllables.
semiology_5_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ semiotics; system of signs. 
theta_2_n._Greek ,  ; akin to Hebrew ,  ._ eighth letter of Greek alphabet.
ill-advised_3_adjective_unknown_entered into without sufficient counsel or deliberation; unwise.
calomel_3_n._Probably from New Latin  : Greek ,   + ,  ._ strong purgative, compound of mercury, acting on liver.
vision_2_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the ability to perceive through sight.
placoid_2_a._Greek  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots +  ._ pertaining to or like teeth-like scales.
enceinte_2_a._French, from Late Latin , from feminine past participle of ,    : Latin ,  ; see    + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pregnant; 
shanghai_2_v.t._After   ._ drug and ship aboard a vessel as a sailor.
precisian_3_n._From  ._ person excessively devoted to minute observance of rules. 
terraqueous_4_a._Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ amphibious; consisting of land and water.
taint_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English ; Middle English , from Anglo-French , from Middle French , from Latin ; Middle English , from Middle French ,  -- 1573_to slightly corrupt or pollute.
keloid_2_n._French  : Greek ,   + French ,   (from Greek . See  )._ fibrous skin tumour, especially over scar; raised scars forming pattern on body, in certain African tribes.
aorta_3_n._New Latin, from Greek , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ main artery from left ventricle of heart. 
landgrave_2_n._From Middle Low German  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ kind of German count. 
curule_2_a._Latin ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ applied to curved-legged chair occupied by high officials of ancient Rome. 
celerity_4_n._French , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  ._ swiftness.
path_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_a track beaten by the feet of people or animals.
stapes_2_n._New Latin  , from Medieval Latin,  ._ innermost bone of ear; stirrup bone. 
uhlan_2_n._German, from Polish , from Turkish ,  , from ,  ._ kind of lancer.
disobedient_5_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 15th century_refusing or neglecting to obey.
vain_1_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_not leading to a desirable or lasting effect; futile; fruitless.
cataract_3_noun_, from Greek , , ,  -- 14th century_a large waterfall.
moiety_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ half; small portion.
buoy_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle Dutch ; akin to Old High German  -- 13th century_a float attached by line to the bottom of a body of water to mark a location.
refine_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_to make pure or fine.
hircine_2_a._Middle English , from Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to or like goats; indecent. 
secund_2_a._Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ on one side only. 
argali_3_n._Mongolian ,  ._ Asiatic wild mountain sheep.
knock_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Middle High German  -- before 12th century_to strike something, esp. a door so as to get permission to enter.
aim_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French ; Middle French , from Old French, from Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to point carefully (usu. a weapon), with the intention of hitting a target.
febrifuge_3_a.,n._Latin ,   +  ._ (drug) allaying fever. 
quondam_2_a._Latin, from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ 'formerly'; 
bursar_2_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ college or school treasurer; holder of bursary. 
berlin_2_n._After  ,  ._ four-wheeled, two-seater roofed carriage, with seat or platform behind. 
jongleur_2_n._French, from Old French, variant of , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See  ._ medieval wandering minstrel; troubadour; juggler.
aileron_3_n._French, diminutive of ,  , from Old French, from Latin ._ movable surface of aeroplane, especially of wing, moved in steering.
rubefacient_4_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ (substance) causing redness of skin. 
dysphonia_4_n._New Latin  :   + Greek ,  ._ inability to pronounce sounds, due to physical abnormality or disease. 
fantasy_3_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English  -- 14th century_imagination or something imagined, esp. if fanciful, exaggerated, or bizarre.
tease_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to irritate or provoke persistently with playful gibes.
igneous_3_a._From Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to fire; 
scant_1_adjective, transitive verb_English, from Old Norse ,  -- 14th century_barely enough in quantity or amount; very little.
abiding_3_adjective_English, from Old English AbIdan, , from akin to Old High German ,  -- before 12th century_unchanging; enduring.
evolve_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1641_to develop, achieve, or devise gradually.
ogive_2_n._Middle English , and French ,   both from Old French , probably from Vulgar Latin * , from Late Latin , feminine past participle of ,  . See  ._ pointed arch; vault's diagonal rib. 
medium_3_noun, adjective_,  -- 1593_an intervening substance or agency through which a force is effective.
outcome_2_noun_unknown_a result of something; consequence.
sessile_2_a._Latin ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ attached by base without a stalk; attached permanently. 
cachinnate_3_v.i._Latin  ,  ._ laugh harshly and loudly. 
credit_2_noun, transitive verb_French, from Old Italian , from Latin , ,  -- 1537_the quality or condition of being trustworthy or believable.
eclampsia_4_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ condition marked by high blood-pressure, excessive weight-gain and convulsions occurring in later stages of pregnancy.
macaco_3_n._Portuguese,  ; akin to Kongo ,    : ,   + ,  ._ species of lemur and S American monkey. 
accrue_2_v.i._Middle English , from Old French , past participle of ,  , from Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ increase by growth or addition.
record_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_to put in writing or some other form as evidence.
analgesia_5_n._Greek  : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  , from ,  )._ absence of pain. 
betel_2_n._Portuguese, from Malayalam , from Tamil ._ Asiatic palm, yielding nut which is wrapped in leaf of same tree and chewed; areca.
porcine_2_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or like pigs.
bypass_2_noun, transitive verb_unknown_a highway that is built to go around an obstacle or an area of congestion such as a city.
ramie_2_n._Malay ._ fibre-yielding E Asiatic plant; its fibre, used in manufacture of gas-mantles, etc.; China grass.
man-made_2_adjective_unknown_made or formed by human beings; not natural.
ultimate_3_adjective, noun_Latin , from Late Latin, from Latin , Latin  -- 1654_last or farthest in a progression; final.
camlet_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , perhaps from Arabic ,  ._ fine dress fabric of silk and camel-hair, or wool and goat's hair. 
combination_4_noun_unknown_the act of combining or state of being combined.
stibnite_2_n._French ,   (from Latin ,  . See  ) +   ._ natural compound of antimony from which it is obtained.
attain_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French  ,  , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ reach, achieve (a desired goal). 
mirepoix_2_n._After Charles Pierre Gaston François de Lévis, Duc de (1699-1757), French diplomat._ sauteed vegetables used as base for braising meat, etc.
enumerate_4_transitive verb_, ,  -- 1616_to name or list one by one.
aperture_3_noun_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_a narrow opening, such as a hole, crack, gap, or slit.
misplace_2_transitive verb_unknown_to put (something) where it doesn't belong; lose.
heavy_2_adjective, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_having much weight.
dour_1_adjective_English, from Latin  -- 14th century_sullen, ill-humored, or unfriendly.
lamprey_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin ._ slender eel-like fish with toothed sucking mouth.
archon_2_n._Latin , from Greek , from present participle of ,  ._ a chief magistrate of ancient Athens. 
morality_4_noun_unknown_adherence to standards of right conduct.
yield_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to give forth or produce (a product, result, or quantity).
cartilage_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  ._ gristle. 
sovkhoz_2_n._Russian, short for ,  ._ Soviet co-operative farm.
pottle_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from ,  . See  ._ half-gallon (pot).
truculent_3_a._Latin , from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ bellicose; cruel; savage. 
renaissance_3_n._French, from Old French, from ,  , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ revival, especially of art, architecture and literature in 14th-16th centuries in Europe.
delectable_4_adjective_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_extremely pleasing; delightful.
tenuous_3_a._Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ thin; sparse; rarefied. 
metaphysics_4_n._From pl. of Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Medieval Greek , from Greek ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  ._ philosophical study of first principles, such as being, the nature of reality, etc.; ontology; any abstract or abstruse philosophical study. 
mistreat_2_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 15th century_to treat improperly; abuse.
austral_2_a._Latin , from  ,  ._ of the south; moist and warm.
triforium_4_n._Medieval Latin,  ._ gallery over nave and choir. 
agnate_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ having same male forefather; allied; 
languor_2_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin,  -- 14th century_lack of strength or energy; weakness or listlessness.
denizen_3_n._Middle English , from Anglo-Norman , from ,  , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ inhabitant; naturalized person or thing; 
mire_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old Norse ; akin to Old English  -- 14th century_deep, heavy mud or soil.
warning_2_noun, adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_the words, sound, or act of a person or thing that warns.
sinciput_3_n._Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ forehead; part of head from crown to forehead. 
hyssop_2_n._Middle English , from Old English , from Latin , from Greek ,  ; akin to Aramaic ._ kind of mint, remedy for bruises.
fire_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Greek  -- before 12th century_the effects, such as heat, light, and flames, produced by burning.
heptad_2_n._Greek  ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ group of seven.
mnemonic_3_a._Greek , from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or aiding memory; 
auriculate_4_a._From Latin ,  . See  ._ having ears or ear-shaped outgrowths; lobed; ear-like.
atelectasis_5_n._New Latin  : Greek ,   ( ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ) + Greek ,   (from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  )._ incomplete dilatation or collapse of lungs.
crunch_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_ -- 1814_to chew with a crackling noise; crush by biting.
confederation_5_noun_unknown_the act or process of confederating or allying.
lampoon_2_n._French , perhaps from ,  , first person pl. imperative of ,  ,  ._ written satire on a person; 
heroism_3_noun_unknown_courageous acts or behavior.
sequacious_3_a._From Latin  ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ easily led or moulded; servile; logical. 
gallipot_3_n._Middle English  : probably ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   ._ small ceramic pot for medicine, etc.
drawing_2_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse ,  -- before 12th century_the act of making pictures or designs with a writing instrument such as a pencil.
mix_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, , from Middle French, from Latin , akin to Greek  -- 15th century_to combine things or substances together so that the parts are more or less indistinguishable; blend.
mashie_2_n._Perhaps from French ,  , from Old French, from Vulgar Latin * , from * ,  . See   ._ broad-bladed iron golf club. 
prohibit_3_transitive verb_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to forbid (an action) by authority.
lascar_2_n._Urdu ,  , from Persian, from Arabic ,    : ,   + ,  ._ native sailor or soldier.
restrict_2_transitive verb_,  -- 1535_to keep within limits; set bounds to; confine.
immortelle_3_n._French, from feminine of ,  , from Old French. See  ._ everlasting dried flower.
epicene_3_a._Middle English,  , from Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ having the characteristics of, or adapted for use by, both sexes; sexless; effeminate; 
phatic_2_a._From Greek ,  , from ,  . See  ._ denoting speech as a means of sharing feelings or establishing sociability rather than for the communication of information and ideas.
gerrymander_4_v.t._After   +  ( )._ divide into electoral wards, etc., in such a way as to gain political advantage; distort or use facts, etc., to gain advantage.
apteryx_3_n._New Latin ,    :    + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ tailless, flightless bird of New Zealand; kiwi.
otiose_3_a._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ idle; useless; futile. 
absurdity_4_noun_unknown_the condition or quality of being absurd.
module_2_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ unit of measurement or means of measuring; standard or self- contained unit of construction; self-contained section of educational course.
saleratus_4_n._New Latin  : Latin ,  ; see   + New Latin ,   (from Latin ,  . See  )._ sodium bicarbonate; baking powder.
midden_2_n._Middle English ,  ._ dung- or refuse-heap.
postiche_2_a.,n._French, from Italian , from ,   (from Latin , past participle of ,  ), or from Vulgar Latin * (alteration of Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ artificial or spurious (thing); false (hair); (ornament) added, especially inappropriately, to finished thing.
oblige_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to constrain; bind.
independent_4_adjective, noun_unknown_not ruled by another; self-governing.
blush_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English,  -- 14th century_to become red in the face as an involuntary expression of shame, confusion, or other self-conscious discomfort.
denote_2_transitive verb_French , from Latin ,  -- 1592_to be a mark or signal of; indicate.
propitiate_4_v.t._Latin  , from ,  . See  ._ appease; conciliate. 
learn_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English , Latin ,  -- before 12th century_to gain knowledge of through study, experience, or research.
vertiginous_4_a._From Latin  ,  , from ,  . See  ._ having or causing vertigo; whirling.
reprisal_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Old Italian , from , past participle of ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ securing of redress or compensation by violent measure; act of retaliation in same kind or to same degree as offence.
pledge_1_noun_English, from Middle French , from Late Latin , from Late Latin , Germanic ; akin to Old High German  -- 14th century_a formal or solemn promise; vow.
pecuniary_5_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to money.
apophthegm_3_n._Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see   +  ,  ._ brief wise saying. 
tidy_2_adjective, intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English,  -- 13th century_neat and orderly in appearance, arrangement, manner of proceeding, or the like.
gadroon_2_n._French , from Old French , perhaps from ,  , from Middle Dutch ,  , from Old Provençal ,  , from Latin ,  , from ,  ._ form of fluting; 
vagary_3_n._From Latin ,  , from ,  ._ whim, caprice. 
wander_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Middle High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to move about with no purpose, aim, or plan, or at no definite pace; roam.
venous_2_a._From Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to the veins; applied to blood carried by veins to heart, containing impurities. 
rile_1_transitive verb_ -- 1825_to make angry; irritate or annoy.
pangolin_3_n._Malay  : ,   + ,  ._ scaly anteater of Asia and Africa.
sublate_2_v.t._From Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ deny; cancel; reduce, especially an idea to subordinate part of a greater unity. 
gentle_2_adjective, transitive verb_English , from Old French, from Latin , , from akin to Latin  -- 13th century_possessing a kind or generous disposition; amiable.
fugleman_3_n._Alteration of German ,    : ,   (from Middle High German . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German. See   in Indo-European Roots)._ soldier standing in front of others to demonstrate drill, etc.; model.
artificial_4_adjective_unknown_made by human beings.
dull_1_adjective, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English ; akin to Old English , Old Irish  -- 13th century_lacking in interest, originality, or liveliness; boring.
reject_2_transitive verb, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to refuse to accept, acknowledge, or act upon.
drift_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English; akin to Old English  -- 14th century_the act or process of drifting.
revanche_2_n._French, from Old French ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ revenge; desire to regain lost territory; favour done in return. 
educate_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to provide knowledge, training, and guidance to.
superjacent_4_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ lying over or above.
competence_3_noun_unknown_the state of being capable, qualified, or sufficient.
ascendancy_4_noun_unknown_the state of being in a dominant position; dominance.
absentee_3_noun, adjective_unknown_a person who is absent, esp. from duty, work, or property.
axiom_3_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin  , from Greek, from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ necessary and accepted truth; basic and universal principle. 
effusive_3_adjective_unknown_expressing emotions at undue length or intensity.
conversation_4_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_oral exchange of ideas, opinions, and the like.
bailiff_2_n._Middle English , from Old French  ,  , from Medieval Latin * , from Latin ,  ._ sheriff's officer; agent or steward of estate. 
confer_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1570_to award or bestow.
personal_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_of, pertaining to, or belonging to a person; private.
supinate_3_v.i.,v.t._Latin  , from ,  . See  ._ lie or make lie on back; turn arm so that palm is upward. 
foxy_2_adjective_unknown_of or like a fox, as in cunning.
scurrilous_3_adjective_unknown_using vulgar, abusive language.
neurilemma_4_n._Alteration (influenced by Greek ,  ), of French  ,   (from Greek ,  ) + Greek ,   (from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ outer nerve sheath. 
fetid_2_a._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  ._ stinking.
undecillion_4_n._Latin ( ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ a million decillions (10
chasm_1_noun_, from Greek; akin to Latin  -- 1596_a deep fissure or cleft in the earth's surface; gorge.
complexion_3_noun_English, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_the natural hue, appearance, and condition of the skin, esp. of the face.
contribute_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1530_to give individually or with others to a common fund or collective effort.
aphaeresis_4_n._Late Latin, from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ cutting off beginning of word. 
raw_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_being in an uncooked or unprocessed state.
diaconal_4_a._Late Latin , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to deacon. 
coarctate_3_a._Latin , past participle of ,  , alteration of  : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ closely pressed together. 
bandog_2_n._Middle English  : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ fierce dog on chain; mastiff.
yammer_2_v.i._Middle English ,  , probably from Middle Flemish ,  ._ complain peevishly; whine; howl.
employer_3_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_a person or organization that employs others, usu. for payment.
abjure_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ abstain from; renounce.
credulous_3_adjective_,  -- 1576_disposed to believe, esp. on scanty evidence; gullible.
troche_2_n._Back-formation from Middle English (taken as pl.), from Old French , from Late Latin , from Greek , diminutive of ,  , from ,  ._ circular lozenge, especially for throat affection.
muddle_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_from Dutch , from Middle Dutch, ; from akin to Middle Low German  -- 1676_to cause confusion or disorder in; mix up or jumble.
puerile_3_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ childish. 
palinode_3_n._From Late Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see  ._ recantation, especially in verse. 
astatine_3_n._Greek ,  ; see   +   ._ radioactive element of the halogen group.
divaricate_4_v.i._Latin  : ,   + ,   (from ,  )._ bifurcate; 
teapoy_2_n._Hindi , alteration (influenced by Hindi ,  ), of Persian ,    ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Middle Persian ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ three-legged stand or table.
peculiar_3_adjective_English , from Latin , , ; from akin to Latin  -- 15th century_odd, strange, or unusual.
enclave_2_n._French, from Old French ,  , from Vulgar Latin *  : Latin ,  ; see    + Latin ,  ._ part of a foreign country enclosed in native territory;, 
discreet_2_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin, past participle of ,  . See  ._ careful to avoid causing embarrassment or scandal; tactful; unobtrusive.
peevish_2_adjective_English  -- circa 1530_easily annoyed; ill-tempered.
isotherm_3_n._From French ,    : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ; see  ._ line on map passing through places with same temperature. 
sampan_2_n._Chinese (Cantonese) , equivalent to Chinese (Mandarin) ,   + ,  ._ small Chinese river boat.
superficies_4_n._Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ surface; surface area. 
anaesthesia_4_n._New Latin , from Greek ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ loss of feeling; unconsciousness; act of causing such state for medical purposes. 
obelize_3_v.t._Greek , from ,  ._ mark with obelus; especially to mark as spurious.
mousseline_2_n._French. See  ._ French dress fabric; hollandaise sauce with whipped cream or egg whites added. 
lambrequin_3_n._French, probably from Dutch * , diminutive of Middle Dutch ,  ._ ornamental hanging over upper part of window or along the edge of a shelf; border pattern with draped effect used in ceramics; covering for helmet.
ampersand_3_n._Alteration of ,  ._ sign () for 
siesta_3_n._Spanish, from Latin ,  , feminine of ,  . See  ._ short rest, especially at midday.
colorful_3_adjective_unknown_having many colors; brilliant in color.
infrequent_3_adjective_, ,  -- 1531_happening seldom or at long intervals.
expletive_3_a.,n._From Late Latin ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ (word) added to expand or fill up; swear-word. 
inflict_2_transitive verb_,  -- 1566_to strike or cause to be struck by, or as though by, a physical assault.
sustentation_4_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ sustaining; maintenance; sustenance. 
fatigue_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_, from Middle French, , from Latin ; akin to Latin  -- 1669_mental or physical weariness, or the effort or strain that causes it.
nopal_2_n._American Spanish, from Nahuatl ._ prickly pear; cochineal fig.
program_2_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_, from Greek , ,  -- 1633_a plan of procedure; schedule.
germane_2_a._Middle English ,  . See   ._ relevant; apt.
shackle_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse  -- before 12th century_a metal band or one of a pair of metal rings used to bind the wrist or ankle of a prisoner or animal.
enzyme_2_n._German , from Medieval Greek ,    : Greek ,  ; see    + Greek ,  ._ organic catalyst, especially digestive. 
misogyny_4_n._Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ hatred of women by men. 
casualty_4_noun_unknown_a member of the armed forces removed from active duty as a result of being killed, wounded, captured, or missing in action.
shivaree_3_n._Alteration of  ._ charivari.
ornate_2_adjective_English , from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 15th century_having much, often excessive, decoration.
aggregate_3_adjective, noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_added up, combined, or considered as a whole.
sunny_2_adjective_unknown_having much sunlight.
quote_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_Latin , from Latin , , from akin to Latin  -- 1582_to repeat a passage or information from.
wreck_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Anglo-French, Scandinavian ; akin to Old Norse ; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_an action or event, such as a collision, that results in great or total destruction.
milieu_2_n._French, from Old French,    : ,   (from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin )._ surroundings; environment.
tell_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_to express verbally; relate in spoken or written words.
puerperal_4_a._From Latin ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see  ._ pertaining to childbirth. 
aikido_3_n._Japanese  : ,   + ,   (from Middle Chinese ) + ,   (from Middle Chinese )._ Japanese martial art.
repulsive_3_adjective_unknown_prompting disgust or aversion; distasteful.
compare_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_to note the likenesses and differences of.
substantiate_4_transitive verb_unknown_to establish or support by providing proof or evidence.
ichneumon_3_n._Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,  , from ,  ._ mongoose, especially Egyptian species believed to suck crocodiles' eggs. 
bowsprit_2_n._Middle English , possibly from Middle Low German  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ spar extending at bows of ship.
perfunctory_4_a._Late Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ._ mechanical, routine, cursory.
trochee_2_n._French , from Latin , from Greek , from ,  , from ,  ._ verse foot of one long and one short syllable.
peridot_3_n._Middle English, from Old French._ gemstone, pale green variety of olivine.
rumor_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Latin , akin to Old English , Sanskrit  -- 14th century_a piece of information or a story of unknown or uncertain origin, not confirmed by evidence, and usu. spread by word of mouth; hearsay.
voussoir_2_n._French, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin * , from * , past participle of Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ any wedge-shaped stone forming part of arch, vault, etc.
felucca_3_n._Italian , from Arabic ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ fast three-masted Mediterranean vessel, with lateen sails.
tour_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French, from Old French ,  -- 14th century_to journey from place to place.
deft_1_adjective_English  -- 15th century_capable, quick, and clever in action; skillful; dexterous.
emotional_4_adjective_unknown_of or relating to emotion.
balk_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_to stop suddenly and refuse to proceed.
arrogant_3_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_having an attitude of inflated self-importance; haughty.
hierarch_3_n._From Middle English ,  , from Medieval Latin ,  , from Greek ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ chief priest. 
organdy_3_n._French , perhaps after Old French  ( ),  ._ fine, transparent, rather stiff cotton material.
genital_3_a._Middle English, from Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to reproduction or the sex organs.
homily_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ moral discourse; sermon. 
felon_2_n._Middle English , probably from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ criminal. 
dendron_2_n._Greek,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ dendrite (of nerve-cell).
bother_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_ -- circa 1745_to annoy or irritate, usu. with something minor.
side_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_one of the surfaces of an object.
make_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Greek , Old Church Slavonic ,  -- before 12th century_to bring into being by constructing from separate parts.
boule_2_n._Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ advisory council or senate of ancient Greece. 
banquette_2_n._French, from Provençal , diminutive of ,  ,  ._ firing-step in trench; narrow seat; raised sidewalk.
declination_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ bending; turning aside; angle between magnetic needle and geographical meridian; 
individual_5_adjective, noun_Latin , from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_single, distinct, or separate.
endow_2_transitive verb_English, from Anglo-French , from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to give a permanent income, source of income, or property to.
opprobrium_4_n._Latin, from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ reproach; abuse; disgrace. 
trail_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 14th century_to drag along behind, esp. on the ground.
serval_2_n._French, from Portuguese ,  , from Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ African wild cat and its fur. 
puttee_2_n._Hindi , from Sanskrit , from ,  , from ,  ._ long strip of cloth wound round lower leg, especially as part of army uniform.
chill_1_noun, adjective, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_a moderate but uncomfortable coldness.
anomalous_4_adjective_Latin , from Greek , ,  -- 1655_differing from the norm, standard, or common type or rule; abnormal.
probity_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ integrity of character.
barouche_2_n._German , from Italian , from Vulgar Latin * , from Late Latin ,    : Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ four-wheeled four-seater carriage with folding hood and separate driver's seat. 
oesophagus_4_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Greek , arbitrary medical coinage perhaps from , future tense stem of ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ food passage between mouth and stomach.
fatidic_3_a._Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to prophecy or fortune-telling. 
ascent_2_noun_ -- circa 1596_the act of going up; rise.
tondo_2_n._Italian, short for ,  , from Latin . See  ._ a circular painting or relief sculpture.
fare_1_noun, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_the price paid to ride on commercial transportation, such as a bus, train, or airplane, or a passenger paying such a charge.
tantalize_3_transitive verb_Tantalus  -- 1597_to tease or torment with the sight or prospect of something desirable but unattainable.
percuss_2_v.t._Latin  ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ strike, tap, especially part of body in medical diagnosis. 
phaeton_3_n._French , from ,  , from Old French, from Latin . See  ._ light two-horse four-wheeled open carriage.
conversion_3_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the act or process of converting.
systaltic_3_a._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pulsatory.
dodge_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_ -- 1575_to avoid something by moving quickly aside or changing direction.
nuncio_3_n._Italian, from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ papal envoy. 
homogeneous_5_a._From Medieval Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ of same kind; comprising similar parts; uniform. 
dowel_2_n._Middle English ,  , perhaps from Middle Low German ,  , or from Old French ,   (diminutive of , from Late Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ connecting pin, generally of wood.
oppressive_3_adjective_unknown_harsh, brutal, or cruel.
chatter_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English ,  -- 13th century_to speak rapidly and without important content; jabber.
exuberant_4_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_vigorously enthusiastic or happy; high-spirited.
avatar_3_n._CMU, Tektronix_ incarnation of deity, especially Hindu; manifestation; deification.
grant_1_transitive verb, noun_English, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_to present or bestow, esp. what is requested or desired.
merkin_2_n._Alteration of obsolete ,  , from Middle English, from , diminutive of the personal name ._ pubic wig.
bibelot_3_n._French, from Old French , from a reduplication of ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ small object of art; trinket; curio.
lusty_2_adjective_unknown_exceptionally healthy and vigorous; robust.
tempera_3_n._Italian, from ,  , from Latin . See  ._ painting with white of egg or similar medium replacing oil.
contrivance_3_noun_unknown_the act of contriving.
alarm_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Old Italian ,  -- 14th century_a sudden apprehension marked by distress or anxiety.
marasmus_3_n._New Latin, from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ intense emaciation due to malnutrition. 
lapse_1_noun, intransitive verb_,  -- 1526_a usu. minor, temporary, or unintentional decline from or failure to meet some established or accepted standard.
craft_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_skill or aptitude, esp. in making things by hand or in the arts.
ceremony_4_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin  -- 14th century_a set or system of formalities, customs, or rites performed on certain occasions.
smart_1_adjective, intransitive verb, noun_unknown_quick-witted; intelligent.
enclitic_3_a._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ dependent, especially of word or particle attached to preceding word in pronunciation; 
geomancy_4_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Late Greek ,    : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ._ divination by lines and figures. 
cornelian_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from ,  , from Latin ._ carnelian.
apophysis_4_n._New Latin, from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ offshoot; projecting part, especially of bone. 
twin_1_noun, adjective, intransitive verb_English,  -- 14th century_either of two offspring born of the same pregnancy.
parricide_3_n._Latin , and  ,   + ,  ._ killer or killing of parent, close relative, or king, etc. 
abut_2_v.i  t._Middle English , from Old French ,   ( ,   from Latin ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots), and from Old French ,   (from ,  . See   )._ be adjacent to; lean upon. 
tropical_3_adjective_unknown_of, concerning, characteristic of, or occurring in the tropics.
touchy_2_adjective_unknown_easily irritated or offended; sensitive.
furlough_2_n._Alteration of , from Dutch , from Middle Dutch. See in Indo-European Roots._ leave; holiday.
quagga_2_n._Afrikaans, from Xhosa ,  , perhaps from Khoikhoin ._ extinct zebra-like wild ass of S Africa.
hospice_2_n._French, from Old French, from Latin ,  , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ travellers' rest-house, especially kept by religious order; home caring for terminally ill patients.
circumference_4_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_the outer boundary of a circle or other curvilinear figure or area; perimeter.
euhemerism_4_n._After , fourth-century B.C. Greek philosopher._ belief that mythological gods were deified early heroes. 
allusion_3_noun_Latin , from Latin  -- 1548_a casual or incidental mention or quotation.
skiascope_3_n._Greek ,   +  ._ instrument for testing refractive power of eye.
contiguous_4_a._From Latin , from  ,  . See  ._ adjacent; touching. 
adventurous_4_adjective_unknown_given to taking risks and seeking excitement.
affirmative_4_adjective_unknown_affirming.
tunicate_3_n._Latin , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ one of a class of marine animals, including ascidians; 
stupa_2_n._Sanskrit ,  ._ dome-like Buddhist shrine.
chummy_2_adjective_unknown_(informal) friendly; sociable.
sagittal_3_a._New Latin , from Latin ,  ._ pertaining to or like an arrow. 
indigent_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  present participle of ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ poor; destitute. 
ptomaine_2_n._Italian , from Greek ,  , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ poisonous alkaloid in decaying matter. 
uncertain_3_adjective_unknown_not known with certainty; indefinite or vague.
abject_2_adjective_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_of the lowest or most wretched kind.
odor_2_noun_English , from Middle French, from Latin ; akin to Latin , Greek ,  -- 13th century_the property or quality of a thing that stimulates or is perceived by the sense of smell.
uranography_5_n._Greek ,   +  ._ description or mapping of heaven(s). 
archiepiscopal_6_a._Medieval Latin , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to an archbishop.
expression_3_noun_unknown_the act, process, or result of making thoughts or feelings known, esp. in words.
guaiacum_3_n._New Latin, from Spanish , from Taino._ resin of a tropical American tree, used as rheumatic remedy.
bizarre_2_adjective_, from Italian  -- circa 1648_strikingly odd or unusual, esp. in appearance or behavior.
neoteny_4_n._New Latin  :   + Greek  ,  ; see  ._ indefinite prolongation of period of immaturity; retention of infantile or juvenile characteristics into adulthood. 
belief_2_noun_English , Old English , , from akin to Old English  -- 12th century_a strong opinion; conviction.
reprimand_3_noun, transitive verb_, from Latin ,  -- 1636_a strong, usu. formal statement of disapproval; rebuke.
feast_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Latin , , from akin to Latin ,  -- 13th century_any sumptuous and elaborate meal, usu. for many people; banquet.
corbel_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, diminutive of ,  , from Latin ._ supporting projection from wall.
mistral_2_n._French, from Provençal , from Old Provençal, from Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ strong cold north wind of S France.
bora_2_n._Italian dialectal, from Latin ,  . See  ._ cold north wind of N Adriatic.
rebellious_3_adjective_unknown_of or characteristic of a rebellion or rebels.
lame_1_adjective, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_crippled or disabled, esp. in a foot or leg.
morel_2_n._French , from Old French, perhaps from Vulgar Latin * , feminine diminutive of Latin ,  . See  ._ kind of edible fungus; black night-shade. 
pasquinade_3_n._French, from Italian , after , nickname given to a statue in Rome, Italy, on which lampoons were posted._ lampoon, especially exhibited in public place.
curvilinear_5_a._Latin ,  ; see   +  ._ pertaining to or within curved lines.
coryza_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek ,  ._ cold in head.
provide_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to supply; furnish.
prepense_2_a._From Middle English, past participle of ,  , from Anglo-Norman  : ,   (from Latin . See   ) + ,   (from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots)._ deliberate; premediated.
snap_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun, adjective_Low German ; akin to Middle High German  -- 1530_to break suddenly with a cracking noise.
tendentious_3_a._From Medieval Latin ,  . See  ._ tending to uphold or advance a cause; not impartial. 
rupture_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_the act or process of bursting, or the condition of being burst open or broken off.
abortion_3_noun_unknown_the termination of a pregnancy before the fetus is able to survive. (Cf. miscarriage.)
prurient_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ having indecent desires; lascivious; curious about lewd subjects. 
return_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Middle French ,  -- 14th century_to go or come back, as to a previous place or circumstance.
occiput_3_n._Middle English, from Latin   : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ back of head. 
transient_2_adjective, noun_,  -- 1599_brief in duration; transitory or temporary.
ideology_5_n._French  : ,   + ,  ._ science of ideas; theory, especially impractical; body of ideas on a subject or of a class, race, political party, etc. 
vagabond_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_having no permanent home; wandering from place to place; nomadic.
menial_3_adjective_unknown_of, relating to, or suitable to a servant.
tridactyl_3_a._Greek ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ having three fingers or toes. 
noted_2_adjective_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_distinguished; eminent; famous.
artifice_3_n._French, from Old French,  , from Latin , from  ,    :  ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ ingenuity; skill; trickery. 
discalced_2_a._From Latin  : ,   + ,   (from ,  , from  ,  )._ bare-foot. 
sapid_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pleasantly flavoured; having flavour; agreeable. 
wallah_2_n._From Hindi ,  ._ person employed in certain capacity or connected with a certain thing or activity; -worker; -carrier.
toddle_2_intransitive verb, noun_ -- circa 1600_to walk with short unsteady steps, as a child learning to walk.
biform_2_a._Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ having two forms; hybrid.
henequen_3_n._Spanish ,  ._ hard fibre from leaf of a Mexican agave, used for cords, rope, etc.; this plant.
lane_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Middle Dutch  -- before 12th century_a narrow passage, as between hedges, walls, or buildings.
wonderful_3_adjective_unknown_causing feelings of wonder or admiration; excellent; extraordinary.
metronymic_4_a.,n._Greek , dialectal variant of  :  ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ (name) derived from mother's or ancestress's name; pertaining to descent in the female line. 
ethos_2_n._Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ inherent spirit; character; ethical element in literature.
autarky_3_n._Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ national economic self-sufficiency. 
prosaic_3_a._Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ like prose; common-place. 
parenchyma_4_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ fundamental or essential tissue of organ or plant. 
simoom_2_n._Arabic , from ,  , from Aramaic ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ dry hot dusty wind of deserts.
matriculate_4_v.i.,v.t._From Medieval Latin  , from Late Latin ,  , diminutive of  . See  ._ admit, or obtain admission by passing examination, to university as student. 
mope_1_intransitive verb, noun_,  -- 1568_to act dejected and gloomy; sulk; brood.
antinomian_5_n._From Medieval Latin ,  , pl. of ,    : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ one believing that belief in Christ frees someone from normal legal and moral obligations.
ail_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Gothic  -- before 12th century_to distress or cause illness or discomfort to.
dominical_4_a._Late Latin , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to Christ or Sunday. 
contour_2_n._French, alteration (influenced by ,  ), of Italian from ,    : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin ,   (from ,  , from Greek . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ outline; line passing through all places of same altitude.
waive_1_transitive verb_English , from Old North French , ,  -- 14th century_to forgo or give up (a right, claim, or privilege).
glaring_2_adjective_English ; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_blindingly bright.
pressure_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Late Latin , from Latin, ,  -- 14th century_the applying of constant force upon a surface.
poison_2_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 13th century_a substance that can kill or seriously harm living organisms, esp. by chemical means.
voluptuary_5_n._French , from Old French, from Late Latin , variant of Latin ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ person excessively devoted to luxury. 
springbok_2_n._Afrikaans  : ,   (from Middle Dutch ) + ,   (from Middle Dutch )._ white-striped and -rumped S African gazelle.
nilgai_2_n._Hindi , feminine of  : ,   (from Sanskrit ) + ,   (from Sanskrit . See in Indo-European Roots)._ blue-grey short-horned Indian antelope.
mantissa_3_n._Latin,  ,  ._ decimal part of logarithm.
virgin_2_noun, adjective_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_one who has never had sexual intercourse.
axolotl_3_n._Nahuatl._ larval salamander of Mexico and W America.
everlasting_4_adjective, noun_unknown_enduring forever; eternal; endless.
dart_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, Germanic ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- 14th century_a small pointed missile, thrown by hand or shot from a blowgun or other device.
understand_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to perceive the meaning, nature, or significance of.
rodomontade_4_n._French, from Italian , from , arrogant Saracen leader in   by Matteo Boiardo and   by Ludovico Ariosto._ bragging talk; rigmarole; 
lacerate_3_transitive verb, adjective_English, from Latin , akin to Greek  -- 15th century_to rip, mangle, or injure by tearing or ripping.
prophecy_3_noun_English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Greek ,  -- 13th century_a prediction or admonition, esp. when uttered by one considered to be a divine agent or prophet.
xylem_2_n._German, from Greek ,  ._ woody tissue of plants. 
monocoque_3_a.,n._French  : ,   + ,   (from Old French, from Latin ,  , from Greek )._ (denoting) aircraft structure in which the outer skin carries all or most of the torsional and bending stresses; (denoting) car structure in which the body is integral with and shares the stresses with the chassis.
caretaker_3_noun_unknown_an employee responsible for the physical maintenance of property, such as a building or grounds.
metopic_3_a._Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see   +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to forehead. 
elementary_5_adjective_unknown_of or relating to first principles; irreducible; fundamental.
paronym_3_n._Greek , from neuter sing. of ,  . See  ._ word having same derivation as another, or formed from foreign word, or having same form as cognate foreign word. 
laughable_3_adjective_unknown_exciting laughter or derision.
herbarium_4_n._Late Latin , from Latin ,  , from Latin ,  ._ collection of dried plant specimens; museum or room holding it. 
cantor_2_n._Latin,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ liturgical singer and leader of prayers in synagogue; precentor. 
modern_2_adjective, noun_Latin , from Latin ,  -- 1585_of, relating to, or characteristic of current or recent times.
contretemps_3_n._French  : ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from Latin )._ unlooked-for mishap; awkward situation.
accord_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin ,  -- 12th century_balanced interrelationship; proper proportion; harmony.
calculation_4_noun_unknown_the act, process, or result of calculating or making computations.
refringent_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See  ._ refracting. 
quell_1_transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- 13th century_to overpower or suppress with force; put down; quash.
unique_2_adjective, noun_, from Latin ,  -- 1602_being the only one of its type; sole; single.
ailanthus_3_n._New Latin ,  , alteration (influenced by Greek ,  ), of Ambonese ,    ,   + ,  ._ Oriental tree, 'tree of heaven', yielding food for silkworms. 
profuse_2_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_abundant or numerous; plentiful.
aquarelle_3_n._French, from obsolete Italian ,  , diminutive of ,  , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ method of painting in transparent water-colour; such painting. 
chicanery_4_noun_unknown_deception by clever or cunning means.
ennead_3_n._Greek  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ set of nine. 
collet_2_n._French, diminutive of ,  , from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ flange holding a gem; metal collar or sleeve.
slay_1_transitive verb_English , from Old English , akin to Old High German , Middle Irish  -- before 12th century_to kill or murder deliberately and usu. violently.
culverin_3_n._Middle English, from Old French , from ,  , from Latin , feminine of ._ kind of ancient small cannon.
leonine_3_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin , from  ,  . See  ._ like a lion. 
tester_2_n._Alteration of  ._ bed canopy.
analyze_3_transitive verb_ -- 1587_to separate into parts for close scrutiny; examine and explain.
characteristic_5_adjective, noun_unknown_indicating the typical or distinguishing attributes and qualities of a person, group, action, or thing.
bizarre_2_a._French, from Spanish ,  , probably from Basque ,  ._ fantastic; outlandish; incongruous. 
precipitate_4_a._Latin  ,  , from  ,    : ,   +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ hasty, abrupt; falling away steeply;
knack_1_noun_English  -- 14th century_an innate talent; facility.
provost_2_n._Middle English, from Old English , and Old French both from Medieval Latin , alteration of Latin ,  , from past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ mayor; head of cathedral or college. 
amour_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Old Provençal, from Latin ,  . See  ._ love-affair, especially illicit. 
corniche_2_n._Short for French  : ,   + ,   + ,   (from Italian . See  )._ coastal road, especially one running along a cliff face.
heterodox_4_a._Greek  : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ not orthodox. 
alpine_2_adjective, noun_unknown_(l.c.) of, like, living in, or characteristic of high mountains or mountain regions above the timberline.
poetaster_4_n._New Latin  : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin ,  ._ poor or unimportant poet. 
simulate_3_v.i.,v.t._Latin  , from ,  . See  ._ pretend; imitate. 
monition_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ caution; warning, especially legal. 
controversy_4_noun_English , from Latin , , ,  -- 14th century_a dispute, esp. a public one, marked by the expression of opposing views; debate.
commodious_4_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_comfortably spacious; roomy.
montero_3_n._Spanish,  , from ,  , from Latin  . See  ._ huntsman; his cap.
geode_2_n._French , from Latin ,  , from Greek,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ cavity in stone lined with crystals.
airy_2_adjective_unknown_open to the flow of air; breezy.
beggar_2_noun, transitive verb_English , ,  -- 13th century_one who begs, esp. as a means of survival.
fraternize_3_v.i._French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ be friendly, especially with residents in occupied enemy territory, enemy soldiers, etc. 
principle_3_noun_English, Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_a law, doctrine, or assumption on which action or behavior is based.
spicate_2_a._Latin , from ,  ._ having, like or in a spike. 
prim_1_adjective_ -- 1706_formally correct and decorous, often to excess.
childbirth_2_noun_unknown_the act or occasion of giving birth to a child; parturition.
mensal_2_a._Middle English, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  ._ pertaining to or for table; monthly.
chasuble_3_n._French, from Old French, from Late Latin ,  , from * , diminutive of ,  ._ outermost ecclesiastical vestment without sleeves.
venerate_3_transitive verb_, ,  -- circa 1623_to treat or regard with great respect, honor, or reverence.
angina_3_n._Latin,  , from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ quinsy; any inflammation of throat or trachea. 
codicil_3_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin , diminutive of  ,  . See  ._ clause added to and altering will; any additional clause or provision. 
whitlow_2_n._Alteration of Middle English  : perhaps alteration (influenced by ,  ) of Middle Dutch ,   (variant of , from Latin ,  ) + Middle English ,  ; see   ._ abscess on finger, especially round nail.
idea_3_noun_English, from Latin, from Greek,  -- 14th century_anything existing in the mind as a product of mental activity or awareness, such as a conception or image.
lenitive_3_a.,n._Middle English , from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ soothing (drug); gentle laxative; palliative. 
opiate_3_noun, adjective, transitive verb_unknown_any of a number of drugs containing or made from opium that induce calmness, stupor, or sleep, or relieve pain.
vigorous_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Old French,  -- 14th century_characterized by vigor.
resuscitate_4_v.t._Latin   : ,   + ,   ( ,   + ,  , frequentative of ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots)._ restore, or return, to life. 
oscine_2_a._From New Latin ,  , from Latin , pl. of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ (bird) belonging to sub-order of birds including singing birds.
adobe_3_n._Spanish, from Arabic ,    : ,   + ,  , singulative of ,   (from Coptic , from Egyptian ,  )._ unburnt sundried brick; dwelling of adobe; clay used for adobe; 
rondo_2_n._Italian , from French ,  . See  ._ musical composition with main theme occurring three or more times, interspersed with minor themes.
complaisant_3_a._French, from Old French, present participle of ,  , from Latin . See  ._ obliging; desirous of pleasing. 
icon_2_n._Medieval Greek , from ,  , from Greek,  . See  ._ sacred or monumental image, statue, painting, etc.; picture on computer monitor to represent command. 
ombudsman_3_n._Swedish, from Old Norse ,    : ,   ( ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots) + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ commissioner appointed by a legislature to investigate complaints by private citizens against government officials or agencies.
usquebaugh_3_n._Scottish Gaelic , Irish Gaelic ,   (translation of Medieval Latin ) Old Irish ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + Old Irish , genitive of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ whiskey; kind of Irish cordial.
cooperation_5_noun_unknown_the process of cooperating.
quality_3_noun, adjective_English , from Old French , from Latin , ; from akin to Latin  -- 14th century_a distinguishing feature or inherent characteristic; property or trait.
catechu_3_n._Probably from Malay , probably from Dravidian ,  , from ,  ._ astringent substance extracted from fruit, wood or leaves of several tropical plants including acacias and areca palm.
transcend_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pass beyond or over; surpass; lie outside; excel. 
blacken_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_to make black; make dark.
burbot_2_n._Middle English, from Old French , from ,  ._ long, slender, freshwater fish of cod family; eel-pout.
principal_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ chief; main; 
sagacious_3_a._From Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ wise; perspicacious. 
factitious_3_a._From Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ artificial; spurious.
canal_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_a man-made waterway for transportation or irrigation.
margrave_2_n._Probably Middle Dutch  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   (perhaps ultimately from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ title of nobility, equivalent of marquess. 
silent_2_adjective, noun_English , from Latin , ; from akin to Gothic ,  -- 15th century_making no sound.
narcotism_3_n._French , from ,  . See  ._ narcosis; tendency to fall asleep; abuse of narcotics. 
old-fashioned_3_adjective_unknown_resembling past styles, manners, or modes of behavior; outdated.
jurisprudence_4_n._Late Latin  : Latin , genitive of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,   (from  ,  . See  )._ science of law; knowledge of law. 
scurvy_2_n._From Middle English ,   (influenced by French ,  ), from ,  . See  ._ disease, due to deficiency of vitamin C, marked by skin haemorrhage, anaemia, spongy gums, etc.
phobia_3_n._Late Latin, from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ fear; dread. 
celestial_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_of or pertaining to heaven.
passive_2_adjective, noun_English, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_receiving an action without acting in return.
macabre_3_a._Ultimately from Old French ,  , perhaps alteration of ,  , from Latin , from Greek ._ gruesome; pertaining to death.
refer_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to direct to a source for assistance.
charity_3_noun_English , from Old French , from Late Latin , Christian , from Latin, ; from akin to Old Irish , Sanskrit  -- 13th century_something given to a needy person or persons; alms.
baleen_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin ,  , from Greek . See   in Indo-European Roots._ whalebone.
becoming_3_adjective, noun_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_pleasing or attractive.
hallowed_2_adjective_English , from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_considered sacred; venerated.
rabies_2_n._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ infectious madness in dogs; hydrophobia. 
unconditional_5_adjective_unknown_not having conditions or limits; unlimited or absolute.
merlon_2_n._French, from Italian , augmentative of ,  , perhaps from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  ._ narrow wall between embrasures in battlements.
autocrat_3_n._French , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ sole ruler; despot. 
vapid_2_adjective_; akin to Latin Latin  -- circa 1656_lacking spirit, life, or flavor; dull; uninteresting.
threnody_3_n._Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ lament; dirge. 
lucerne_2_n._French , from Provençal ,  , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See  ._ alfalfa, also called purple medic.
reredos_2_n._Middle English, from Anglo-Norman, from  : ,   (Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin )._ screen behind altar; 
carom_2_n._Short for ,  , from French,  , from Spanish ,  , perhaps from Portuguese,  . See  ._ cannon (in billiards); 
stanchion_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , probably from ,  , from , present participle of ,  , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ upright support or post.
analogous_4_a._From Latin , from Greek ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ similar in some respect; corresponding in function. 
way_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English , Latin ,  -- before 12th century_a road or path leading from one place to another.
pollard_2_v.t._From  ._ cut off top of (tree); 
fluoresce_2_v.i._Back-formation from  ._ exhibit fluorescence. 
attention_3_noun_English , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_concentration of mental powers, esp. on a particular object.
finish_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to reach or cause the end of; complete.
imbricate_3_a._Latin ,  , from  ,  , from  ,  ._ overlapping; 
caucus_2_n._After the Club of Boston (in the 1760s), possibly from Medieval Latin ,  ._ small powerful committee, especially in political party; meeting of such committee.
zymosis_3_n._Greek , from ,  , from ,  ._ fermentation; process resembling fermentation in development of infectious disease.
arbor_2_n._French , from Latin ,  ._ main shaft or beam; spindle or axle (of wheel).
figure_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 13th century_a number or other written symbol other than a letter of the alphabet.
mullah_2_n._Urdu , from Persian, from Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ Islamic teacher of law and theology.
goal_1_noun_English ,  -- 1531_a result or end that one desires and works for; aim or purpose.
working_2_noun, adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_the act of someone or something that works.
parbuckle_3_n._Alteration (influenced by  ), of ._ rope sling used to lift or lower heavy cylindrical objects.
czardas_2_n._Hungarian , from ,  , from Serbo-Croatian ,  , from Turkish ,  , from Persian , from ,    : ,   (from Old Iranian . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Arabic,  . See in Semitic Roots)._ Hungarian dance that increases in speed.
refluent_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ flowing back or backward. 
bdellium_3_n._Middle English, from Latin, from Greek , variant of ,  ; akin to Akkadian ._ myrrh-like gum-resin; Indian and African tree yielding it.
disheveled_3_adjective_ -- 1598_undone and loosely hanging; unkempt.
ambition_3_noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a strong desire to become famous, wealthy, or powerful, or to reach a specific goal.
theomachy_4_n._Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ battle between or against gods. 
opsonin_3_n._Latin ,   (from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ substance of blood serum making bacteria vulnerable to phagocytic action.
wee_1_adjective_English , , from Old English ; akin to Old English ,  -- 15th century_very small or tiny.
commodious_4_a._Middle English,  , from Medieval Latin , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ spacious; convenient.
fragrance_2_noun_unknown_the state of being fragrant.
desiccate_3_v.t._Latin   : ,   + ,   (from ,  )._ dry up; preserve by drying. 
ablation_3_n._Late Latin  , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ surgical removal; wearing away of rock or glacier; melting away of expendable part of spaceship or rocket. 
lesson_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin,  -- 13th century_something to be learned or studied.
complement_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ full number or amount; addition that makes up full number; one of two equal things that complete each other; 
sport_1_noun, adjective, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English,  -- 15th century_recreation.
exculpate_3_v.t._Medieval Latin   : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ._ clear of blame. 
beginning_3_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_(sometimes pl.) the first part or origin of a thing or process; start.
renegade_3_n._Spanish , from Medieval Latin , past participle of ,    : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ deserter; turncoat; 
successful_3_adjective_unknown_having a positive, beneficial, or favorable result or outcome.
serviceable_4_adjective_unknown_able to be of service; usable.
myosotis_4_n._New Latin ,  , from Latin ,  , from Greek  : , genitive of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ forget-me-not.
german_2_a._Middle English, from Latin ._ of same parents; of one's parent's brother or sister. 
anthology_4_n._Medieval Greek ,  , from Greek,  , from ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ collection of literary pieces. 
benefic_3_a._Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ favourable, especially astrological.
smooth_1_adjective, adverb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Saxon  -- before 12th century_free of roughness; even.
nuptial_2_a._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from ,  , from , feminine past participle of ,  ._ pertaining to wedding. 
trenchant_2_adjective_English, from Middle French,  -- 14th century_incisive or penetrating, as perception or wit.
stress_1_noun, transitive verb_English ,  -- 14th century_the importance or significance given to something; emphasis.
episode_3_noun_, , , from Greek ,  -- 1678_a single incident or event, or a related group of these, making up a segment in a life or a long narrative.
halogen_3_n._Swedish  : ,   + ,  ._ any of a group of elements that unite directly with metal to form a salt, 
gruesome_2_adjective_, from English , from Middle English , from Middle Dutch ; akin to Old High German  -- 1816_repugnantly frightful; horrid.
scrofula_3_n._Middle English , from Late Latin ,  , diminutive of Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ tuberculous condition, especially of children, with enlargement of lymphatic glands of neck; king's evil. 
conventual_4_a._Middle English, from Medieval Latin , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to convent; 
bulbil_2_n._French , diminutive of ,  , from Latin . See  ._ small bulb; large, fleshy, axillary bud from which plant may be grown.
covert_2_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French,  -- 14th century_concealed or done in secret.
longanimity_5_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from ,    : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ long-suffering, forbearance.
clarion_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French Medieval Latin; Middle French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_clear and sharp or shrill, as a call.
intrinsic_3_a._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ inward; inherent.
disagree_3_intransitive verb_English, from Middle French ,  -- 15th century_to differ or dissent.
astonish_3_transitive verb_from Middle English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 1535_to fill, suddenly, with great surprise or amazement.
ill-natured_3_adjective_unknown_showing a disagreeable temperament; bad-tempered; nasty.
binnacle_3_n._Alteration of Middle English , from Old Spanish , or from Old Portuguese both from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ fixed case or stand for ship's compass. 
volatile_3_a._French, from Old French, from Latin ,  , from , past participle of ,  ._ light-hearted; changeable; readily evaporating; ephemeral. 
mesa_2_n._Spanish,  , from Old Spanish,  , from Latin ._ flat-topped steep-sided mountain.
pudency_3_n._Late Latin , from Latin ,  ._ modesty; prudery. 
conventicle_4_n._Middle English, from Latin ,  , diminutive of ,  . See  ._ chapel; meeting-house; nonconformist assembly. 
penetrating_4_adjective_, , from akin to Latin  -- circa 1530_able to penetrate, or seeming to do so; piercing.
suborn_2_v.t._Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ induce, especially to commit crime; procure. 
reconsider_4_transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_to have a change of attitude and reverse (a decision or choice).
recrudesce_3_v.i._Latin ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ grow up or break out again. 
agency_3_noun_unknown_an organization, franchise, or business that acts on behalf of others.
luggage_2_noun_unknown_suitcases or other containers for transporting personal possessions on trips; baggage.
habit_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old French, from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_an act performed regularly; routine.
capacious_3_adjective_, from Latin  -- 1614_able to contain a large amount; roomy.
prehensile_3_a._French , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ capable of or adapted for grasping. 
branchiopod_4_n._From New Latin ,    : Latin ,  ; see   + New Latin ,  ; see  ._ kind of crustacean with gills on feet. 
stopple_2_n._Middle English , from Middle English ,  . See  ._ stopper; plug.
areca_3_n._Portuguese, from Malayalam ,  , from Tamil ._ several palm trees, especially the betel. 
talent_2_noun_English, from Old English , from Latin , from Greek , akin to Greek ; from Matthew  -- before 12th century_a natural ability or aptitude.
ambry_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See   ._ niche containing sacred vessels in chancel.
gadoid_2_a.,n._New Latin ,   (from Greek ,  ) +  ._ (fish) of the cod family.
virescent_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,   inchoative of ,  ._ becoming or slightly green. 
salmagundi_4_n._French , probably from  : Old French ,   (from Vulgar Latin * . See  ) + Old French ,   (from Latin . See  )._ highly-seasoned mixed dish of meat, eggs, etc.
amenable_4_a._Probably alteration of Middle English , from Old French, from ,  , from Latin ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ easily persuaded to agree or yield.
tardigrade_3_a._New Latin ,  , from neuter pl. of Latin ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See  ). Adj., sense 2, from Latin ._ slow-moving. 
towering_3_adjective_unknown_very tall; lofty.
scorpioid_3_a._Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ scorpion-like; curved at end.
filar_2_a._From Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to thread; having threads across eye-piece. 
pinnate_2_a._Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ like a feather; with leaflets on either side of a leafstalk. 
arbitrate_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_to decide as an arbiter.
trochal_2_a._From Greek ,  . See  ._ wheel-shaped.
find_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek , Sanskrit ,  -- before 12th century_to encounter, come upon, or meet, esp. unexpectedly.
bounce_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English  -- 13th century_to spring back or up following a collision, or to do so several times in succession.
limit_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a boundary or border; point at which something ends.
fiducial_3_a._Late Latin , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ based on faith or trust; used as a standard of reference or measurement. 
demonstrate_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1552_to explain or describe, esp. in detail, using many examples.
scullion_2_n._Middle English , probably from Old French ,  , diminutive of ,  , from Latin ,  ._ scullery servant; washer of dishes; 
point_1_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin , , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin,  -- 13th century_the sharp end of something.
antependium_5_n._Medieval Latin  : Latin ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ altar frontal; similar cloth on pulpit or lectern.
coulomb_2_n._After   ._ quantitative unit of electricity: the amount of electrical charge conveyed by current of one ampere in one second. 
oust_1_transitive verb_English, from Anglo-French , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin, ,  -- 15th century_to force out; expel or eject, as from a place or position.
age_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_the length of time that a person or thing has existed.
promulgate_3_v.t._Latin  ._ publish; announce; put into action. 
flee_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to escape by moving rapidly away; run away.
liability_5_noun_unknown_the condition of or potential for being held responsible.
tetrad_2_n._Greek  . See in Indo-European Roots._ four; set of four.
evangel_3_n._Middle English , from Late Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ Gospel; creed; good news; evangelist. 
synaeresis_4_n._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ pronunciation as one of two vowels usually pronounced separately.
multigravida_5_n._New Latin  : ,   + , feminine of ,  ; see  ._ woman pregnant for at least the third time.
trust_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, Scandinavian ; akin to Old Norse ; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_the confidence placed in a person or thing.
thremmatology_5_n._Greek  ,   +  ._ science of breeding domesticated animals and plants.
biped_2_a.,n._Latin  ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ (creature) having two feet. 
action_2_noun_unknown_something happening or being done.
subfusc_2_a._Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ._ dusky drab; 
glucose_2_n._French, from Greek ,  ._ form of sugar; dextrose; kind of syrup made from this. 
arnica_3_n._New Latin ,  ._ genus of plants including the mountain tobacco; tincture obtained from mountain tobacco used for bruises, etc.
platen_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French ,  , from ,  . See  ._ plate pressing paper against type in printing machine; roller of typewriter.
mural_2_a._Middle English,  , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to or on a wall; 
heave_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- before 12th century_to push (something or someone) up or out with great effort.
moderate_3_adjective, noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin , ; from akin to Latin  -- 15th century_keeping or kept within reasonable limits; not extreme or excessive.
syllabary_4_n._New Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ set of symbols for syllables. 
deism_2_n._French , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ belief in God's existence but not in revealed religion. 
genet_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Catalan , from  ._ civet-like animal; its spotted fur.
weaken_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_unknown_to make or become weak or weaker.
bosky_2_a._From Middle English ,  , from Medieval Latin ,  ._ having trees or shrubs; 
porphyry_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Italian , from Medieval Latin , from Latin , from Greek , from ,  ._ rock composed of crystals in purple-coloured matrix; any rock of like composition. 
fastidious_4_adjective_English, from Latin , , from akin to Latin  -- 15th century_exceedingly particular or demanding esp. in matters of detail; exacting.
vizier_2_n._Turkish , from Arabic ,  , from ,  , derived form of ,  ; see in Semitic Roots, or from ,  ; see in Semitic Roots._ Muslim minister of state.
bilge_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_Middle French ,  -- 1513_the rounded part of a ship's hull between the bottom and the sides.
fescue_2_n._Alteration of Middle English ,  , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Latin ._ stick used by teacher as pointer; several tall kinds of grass.
formal_2_adjective, noun, adverb_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_adhering to conventional methods or standards of conduct; proper, legal, or official.
obvert_2_v.t._Latin ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ turn; alter. 
urbane_2_adjective_,  -- circa 1623_refined in manner; polished; elegant.
impugn_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ challenge; call in question; oppose; attack by argument. 
qualify_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 1533_to make eligible or competent, as for a job; certify as competent.
catch_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old North French , from Vulgar Latin , Latin ,  -- 13th century_to capture or grab, usu. after pursuit.
banzai_2_exclamation_Japanese,    : ,   (from Middle Chinese ) + ,   (from Middle Chinese )._, hurrah! long live (the Emperor)!
apogee_3_noun_, from New Latin , from Greek , , , ,  -- 1594_the point in the orbit of the moon or of a man-made satellite that is farthest from the earth. (Cf. perigee.)
give_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, Scandinavian ; akin to Old Swedish ; akin to Old English , Latin ,  -- 13th century_to bestow or present.
cuticle_3_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ epidermis; hardened epidermis round nail. 
renege_2_v.i._Medieval Latin ,  . See  ._ revoke (in card-playing); break promise.
plastic_2_noun_, from Greek , ,  -- 1632_any of numerous synthetic substances, usu. organic polymers, that can be easily shaped when soft and then hardened, and that are widely used as industrial and domestic materials and finished products.
architectonic_5_a._Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to architecture, or to the systematization of knowledge; resembling architecture; structural; showing constructive ability; 
pisiform_3_a._Latin ,  ; see   +  ._ like pea(s).
grisaille_2_n._French, from ,  , from Old French, from Frankish * ._ glass painted with grey pigment.
prototype_3_n._French, from Greek , from neuter of ,    : ,   + ,  ._ original model or type. 
safe_1_adjective_English , from Old French, from Latin , akin to Latin , Greek , Sanskrit  -- 14th century_secure from harm or danger.
patagium_4_n._Latin ,  , perhaps from Greek * , from ,  , of imitative origin._ web of skin between forelimbs and hind-limbs of tree-dwelling creatures, that acts as a wing.
adit_2_n._Latin ,  , from past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ entrance, especially horizontal passage into mine.
erotomania_6_n._Greek  :  ,   + ,  ._ abnormally strong sexual desire. 
flatulent_3_a._French, from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or causing generation of gas in digestive tract; inflated; pretentious. 
scanty_2_adjective_, from Middle English, from Old Norse ,  -- 1660_barely adequate; meager.
enfleurage_3_n._French, from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from Old French , from Latin  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ exposure of oils to scent of fresh flowers in perfume-making.
belling_2_n._Middle English , from Old English._ deer's cry at mating time.
farrier_3_n._Obsolete French , from Latin ,  , from ,  ._ horse-shoeing smith. 
kosher_2_a._Yiddish , from Ashkenazi Hebrew , from Hebrew ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ permitted by, or prepared according to, Jewish religious law.
gather_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_to bring together into one place or assembly.
salubrious_4_a._From Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ health-giving; respectable, wholesome. 
escutcheon_3_n._Middle English , from Anglo-Norman , from Vulgar Latin *  , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ shield, etc., bearing coat of arms.
placate_2_v.t._Latin  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ soothe; appease. 
cursory_3_a._Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ quick; superficial.
rufous_2_a._From Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ reddish; tawny; red-haired. 
aconite_3_n._French , from Latin , from Greek , perhaps from neuter sing. of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ._ the monk's-hood or wolf's-bane plant.
dread_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun, adjective_English , from Old English  -- before 12th century_to be very afraid of.
piscary_3_n._From Middle English ,  , from Medieval Latin , from Latin, neuter pl. of ,  , from ,  . Sense 2, Medieval Latin Latin ,   + Latin ,  ._ fishing rights or place.
prejudice_3_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 13th century_an opinion, judgment, preference, or conception formed without knowing or examining the facts.
uncouth_2_adjective_English, from Old English , , from akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_lacking manners or refinement; rude, vulgar, or gauche.
sophomore_3_n._Alteration (probably influenced by Greek ,  , and ,  ), of from obsolete ,  , variant of  ._ college student in second year 
incident_3_noun, adjective_English, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 15th century_a single event.
primogeniture_5_n._Late Latin  : Latin ,   (from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots) + Latin ,   (from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ principle of inheritance by eldest child; state of being eldest child. 
cubit_2_n._Middle English , from Latin ,  ._ measure of length (length of forearm), equivalent of 18 in. (about 0.45 m.) 
factor_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_something that is a partial cause of a result or consequence.
send_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English , Old Irish ,  -- before 12th century_to cause to be transmitted, as by mail.
bum_1_noun, transitive verb, adjective_English  -- 14th century_(informal) a poor, homeless person or one who does not want to work; tramp.
clamant_2_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ loud; insistent. 
apsidal_3_a._Variant of  ._ having shape of apse; pertaining to apsides.
tarantula_4_n._Medieval Latin, from Old Italian , after  ._ poisonous spider of S Europe. 
terete_2_a._From Latin  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ round and tapering.
sovereign_3_noun, adjective_English , from Old French, ,  -- 13th century_a monarch or other royal ruler.
kick_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English  -- 14th century_to deliver a blow to with the foot.
ersatz_2_a.,n._German,  , from ,  , from Old High German  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ substitute.
malversation_4_n._French, from ,  , from Old French, from Latin  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ misconduct; corruption; misuse of public or other funds.
cantilever_4_n._Perhaps    +  ._ projecting bracket. 
ratiocinate_5_v.i._Latin  , from ,  . See  ._ reason; argue logically. 
phonetic_3_a._New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or showing speech sound. 
ukase_2_n._French, from Russian ,  , from Old Church Slavonic ,    : ,   + ,  ._ decree; proclamation.
want_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old Norse ; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_to desire; wish for.
venture_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , ,  -- 15th century_an undertaking or enterprise that involves risk or is of uncertain outcome.
ultramarine_4_a._From Medieval Latin ,    : Latin ,   + Latin ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ beyond the sea; 
spotty_2_adjective_unknown_marked or covered with spots.
pin_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old English Old High German , from Latin ,  -- before 12th century_a small, sharp piece of stiff wire with a flat head, often used to fasten or attach cloth, paper, or the like.
ileum_3_n._Late Latin ,  , variant of Latin ._ last part of small intestine. 
anastrophe_4_n._Late Latin , from Greek, from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ rhetorical device of reversing natural order of words; inversion.
gemmule_2_n._French, from Latin , diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ small gemma. 
moxa_2_n._Japanese  : ,   + ,  ._ in the practice of acupuncture, compacted shredded leaves or down from mugwort burned just above the skin or to heat needles used in treatment, as a tonic or analgesic.
distort_2_transitive verb_,  -- circa 1586_to twist out of shape; deform the appearance or functioning of.
length_1_noun_English , from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_extent of linear distance.
mestizo_3_n._Spanish,  , from Old Spanish,  , from Late Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ half-breed.
crisp_1_adjective, intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, from Old English, from Latin ; akin to Welsh  -- before 12th century_firm but brittle, as a cracker.
clasp_1_noun, transitive verb_English  -- 14th century_a usu. metal device with two interlocking parts, used to fasten something.
belonging_3_noun_English ,  -- 14th century_closeness and mutual acceptance in a relationship.
semasiology_6_n._Greek ,   (from ,  . See  ) +  ._ semantics. 
impair_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin *  : Latin ,  ; see    + Late Latin ,   (from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ odd number; (wager on) odd numbers in roulette.
impel_2_transitive verb_,  -- 15th century_to drive or incite to action.
alabaster_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek ,  ._ formerly, carbonate of lime; 
revolutionary_6_adjective, noun_unknown_of, relating to, or marked by a desire for revolution.
rejoinder_3_n._Middle English, from Old French ,  . See   ._ reply to an answer; 
chrysoprase_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ green variety of chalcedony used as gem.
genuflect_3_v.i._Late Latin  : Latin ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,  ._ bend the knee in worship. 
skijoring_3_n._Norwegian  : ,  ; see   + ,   (from ,  , from Old Norse )._ sport of being drawn on skis over snow by horse or motor.
pessary_3_n._Middle English , from Late Latin , from , from Greek ,  ._ supporting instrument or suppository introduced into vagina.
link_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, Scandinavian ; akin to Old Norse ; akin to Old English  -- 15th century_one of the separate closed pieces of a chain.
occident_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  from present participle of ,  . See  ._ the west; the West. 
velocity_4_noun_French , from Latin , , from akin to Latin  -- circa 1550_speed.
dabchick_2_n._Alteration of  : Middle English ,   (from Old English . See  ) +  ._ little grebe.
scrupulous_3_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_adhering strictly to standards of ethics or morality; punctilious.
serotinous_4_a._Latin ,  , from ,  , from ,  ._ flowering late.
magniloquent_4_a._Back formation from ,  , from Latin  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  present participle of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ using high-flown language; bombastic. 
behest_2_noun_English, from Old English , , ,  -- 12th century_an order or command.
natal_2_a._Middle English, from Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to birth; native; pertaining to nates. 
subito_3_adv. Music._Italian, from Latin , from neuter ablative sing. of ,   from past participle of ,  . See  ._ 'at once'; immediately; suddenly.
civet_2_n._French , from Old French, from Catalan , from Medieval Latin , from Arabic ,  ._ musk-like substance, used as perfume, obtained from civet cat. 
terrine_2_n._French. See  ._ earthenware jar or dish; tureen; ragout.
attend_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to be present at.
disorder_3_noun, transitive verb_unknown_lack of order; disarrangement.
cover_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old French , from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_to put or spread something over or on, as for protection or concealment.
sporulate_3_v.i._From New Latin ,  , diminutive of ,  , from Greek ,  . See  ._ form (into) spores. 
absolutely_4_adverb_unknown_precisely; exactly.
apostasy_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin ,  , from Late Greek , from Greek ,  , from  ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ desertion from religion or similar body.
irrational_4_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_lacking reason, sense, or judgment.
fragrant_2_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_having a pleasant smell; aromatic.
confidential_4_adjective_unknown_told or communicated in privacy; secret.
onus_2_noun_ -- circa 1640_an unwanted but necessary task; burden.
mahlstick_2_n._Partial translation of obsolete Dutch  : ,   (from Middle Dutch, from ,  ) + ,  ._ maulstick.
axon_2_n._Greek ,  ._ projection of nerve cell that passes on nerve impulses.
incessant_3_adjective_English , from Late Latin , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_never ceasing; continual.
gamete_2_n._New Latin , from Greek ,  , and ,   from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ sex cell, reproductive cell. 
choragus_3_n._Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ leader of chorus in ancient Greek drama; person officiating at festival.
graphic_2_adjective_, from Greek ,  -- 1637_of or related to pictorial or written representations such as photography, painting, and printing.
fretful_2_adjective_unknown_inclined to worry anxiously, or to be irritable.
expressive_3_adjective_unknown_full of expression, as a remark or gesture.
facility_4_noun_unknown_a place planned or constructed for a specific activity.
strumpet_2_n._Middle English._ prostitute.
hetman_2_n._Ukrainian , from Polish , from German dialectal ,  ; akin to German , from Middle High German  : ,   (from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Old High German. See  )._ Cossack or Polish commander or ruler.
steatite_3_n._Latin ,  , from Greek, from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ soapstone. 
esoteric_4_a._Greek , from , comparative of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ capable of being understood only by the initiated; abstruse; confidential. 
image_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old French, from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 13th century_a visual representation such as a photograph, sculpture, or painting.
talapoin_3_n._French, from Portuguese , pl. of ,  ._ Buddhist monk; species of monkey of W Africa.
triskelion_4_n._New Latin, from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ pattern of three curved branches, especially of three bent legs as badge of Isle of Man.
oblique_2_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin ._ slanting; indirect; underhand. 
simile_3_n._Middle English, from Latin,  , from neuter of ,  . See  ._ literary device of comparing one thing with another, using 
dissent_2_intransitive verb, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to disagree with or reject something, esp. prevailing or official views, doctrines, customs, or the like.
adamant_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , from Greek  -- 14th century_unlikely to change in response to any request or argument; firmly decided or fixed; unyielding.
kingdom_2_noun_unknown_a country that is ruled by a king or queen.
stenosis_3_n._Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  ._ narrowing of an orifice. 
unsophisticated_6_adjective_unknown_inexperienced in the social and cultural world; naive.
palindrome_3_n._From Greek ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ word, phrase, etc., reading the same backwards or forwards. 
literal_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_in accordance with the ordinary, exact, or primary meaning of a word or words; not figurative or metaphorical.
price_1_noun, transitive verb_English , from Old French, from Latin , akin to Sanskrit ,  -- 13th century_the sum of money or other goods required in exchange for an item or service; cost.
discern_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_to perceive or make out.
emmenagogue_4_n._Greek ,   (from neuter pl. of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ drug aiding menstruation. 
enhance_2_transitive verb_English , from Anglo-French , Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 13th century_to heighten or increase in price, quality, attractiveness, or reputation.
information_4_noun_unknown_knowledge derived from any source.
caprice_2_noun_, from Italian , from Latin , from Latin ,  -- 1667_a sudden and impulsive or unpredictable change of mind or direction.
dismay_2_transitive verb, noun_English, from Old French , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , Germanic ; akin to Old High German  -- 13th century_to trouble or disillusion.
aegis_2_n._Latin, from Greek ,  , from  ,  ._ protection; shield, especially of classical gods; sponsorship, auspices.
intarsia_4_n._German, from Italian , from ,    : ,   (from Latin. See   ) + ,   (from Arabic ,  , infinitive of ,   derived stem of ,  . See in Semitic Roots)._ pattern of inlaid wood; art of making such patterns. 
paroxysm_3_n._Middle English ,  , from Medieval Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ sudden convulsion or fit. 
banner_2_noun, adjective_English , from Old French, Germanic ; akin to Gothic ; akin to Greek  -- 13th century_a piece of cloth, usu. with a motto or emblem and mounted on a staff, representing a person, organization, or cause.
prominent_3_adjective_English , from Latin , , ,  -- 15th century_clearly noticeable; obvious; conspicuous.
inculcate_3_v.t._Latin  ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from  ,  )._ impress on mind by frequent repetition. 
zombie_2_n._Caribbean French, and English Creole from Kimbundu ,  ._ in voodoo worship, a corpse made by witchcraft to move and walk as if alive; 
shagreen_2_n._French , from Turkish ,  ._ untanned leather bearing many small round protuberances, especially dyed green; shark-skin.
solipsism_3_n._Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,   +  ._ belief that all reality is subjective, or that the self can know no more that its own states. 
currier_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ leather-dresser.
design_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French Medieval Latin; Middle French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_to make or draw plans for, esp. the structure or form of.
improvise_3_v.i.,v.t._French , from Italian , from ,  , from Latin  : ,  ; see    + , past participle of ,  ; see  ._ invent or compose without forethought; extemporize. 
complement_3_noun, transitive verb_English, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_something that completes or perfects.
proceed_2_intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to continue a process or succession of actions.
hot_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_holding or giving off great heat.
lassitude_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ tiredness.
apparatus_4_noun_, ,  -- circa 1628_a machine or group of machines designed to accomplish a specific task.
irremeable_5_a._Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,   ( ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots)._ allowing of no return; irrevocable.
miserly_3_adjective_unknown_of, like, or characteristic of a miser; penurious or stingy.
modish_2_adjective_unknown_being in or according to current fashion or style; fashionable.
plasma_2_n._New Latin, from Late Latin,  , from Greek, from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ fluid part of blood, etc; an ionized gas. 
farina_3_n._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ flour or meal of cereals, nuts, etc. 
magneto_3_n._From  ._ small dynamo generating current producing spark that ignites fuel vapours in internal combustion engine.
pylorus_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ opening from stomach into intestine. 
propinquity_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ nearness.
distinctive_3_adjective_unknown_serving to set apart or mark as distinct or unusual.
palpable_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ tangible; provable; obvious. 
feed_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_unknown_to provide food for or give food to.
oblivious_4_adjective_unknown_not conscious or paying attention; unknowing or unaware (usu. fol. by of or to).
gambol_2_intransitive verb, noun_unknown_to run, leap, or skip about; frisk; frolic.
warm-hearted_3_adjective_unknown_having or showing sympathy, compassion, kindness, or generosity.
ad-lib_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, adjective_ -- 1919_to make up or do without preparation; improvise (something spoken, sung, or played).
testicle_3_n._Middle English , from Latin , diminutive of ,  . See  ._ male reproductive gland. 
macropterous_4_a._From Greek  : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See  )._ large-winged; large-finned.
cuspidor_3_n._Portuguese, from ,  , from Latin ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ spittoon.
immortal_3_adjective, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_not subject to death or decay; living forever.
paralyze_3_transitive verb_, , from Latin  -- 1804_to render partly or completely unable to move or feel sensations, as by an injury or disease.
loan_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old Norse ; akin to Old English , Latin , Greek  -- 12th century_that which is lent or borrowed.
bulbul_2_n._Persian, from Arabic._ song-thrush of Orient; nightingale.
sorry_2_adjective_English , from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_feeling regret, pity, sympathy, or the like.
incarnadine_4_a._French , from Italian , variant of , diminutive of  : ,   (from Latin. See   ) + ,   (from Latin  . See  )._ crimson; flesh-coloured; 
crack_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to break apart with a snapping sound.
pedant_2_n._French , or Italian (French, from Italian) possibly from Vulgar Latin *  present participle of ,  , probably from Greek , from  ,  . See   ._ person making display of his or her learning; learned person paying excessive attention to details; precisian. 
distend_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to swell or cause to swell from, or as if from, internal pressure; balloon.
fecund_2_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ fertile. 
alkanet_3_n._Middle English, from Old Spanish , diminutive of ,  , from Medieval Latin , from Arabic ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ dyer's bugloss; red dye obtained from that plant.
pastel_2_n._French, from Italian ,  , from Late Latin ,  , diminutive of ,  . See   ._ crayon of powdered pigment; crayon-drawing; light literary work; 
protopathic_4_a._From Medieval Greek ,  , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ pertaining to reception by nerves, etc. of only coarse stimuli such as heat, pain, etc.; pertaining to such nerves.
reclinate_3_a._Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ bending backwards or downwards.
prepare_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to make ready.
flippant_2_adjective_ -- 1605_disrespectful or indifferent to someone or something worthy of respect; shallowly humorous.
epeirogeny_5_n._Greek ,   +  ._ geological formation of continents, oceans, etc. 
divide_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to separate into parts or factions.
promissory_4_a._Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ promising. 
cacao_3_n._Spanish, from Nahuatl ._ cocoa tree and seed.
acquiesce_3_intransitive verb_, from Latin ,  -- circa 1620_to agree passively; comply; consent.
divertissement_4_n._French, from ,  , from Old French. See  ._ amusing diversion; light entertainment, play, music, etc.
caftan_2_n._Russian , from Ottoman Turkish ._ long, wide-sleeved, girdled gown of Asia Minor and Levant.
lone_1_adjective_English,  -- 14th century_without companions; solitary.
talipot_3_n._Ultimately from Sanskrit ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ palm tree with huge leaves.
burette_2_n._French, diminutive of ,  , from Old French,  ._ graduated glass measuring tube; 
centrifugal_4_a._From New Latin  : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin ,  ._ tending to move away from centre. 
temerity_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  ._ boldness. 
affinity_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ close relationship; attraction; resemblance; 
entresol_3_n._French  : ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from Latin )._ mezzanine floor.
malvasia_4_n._Italian, from Medieval Latin . See  ._ grape from which malmsey is made. 
layette_2_n._French, from Old French,  , diminutive of ,  , from Middle Dutch ._ clothing, bedding, etc., for new-born child.
part_1_noun_English, from Old French Old English, from Latin , akin to Latin  -- before 12th century_a separate portion or segment of a whole.
parsimony_4_n._Middle English , from Latin , from , past participle of ,  ._ stinginess; economy. 
ambit_2_n._Latin , from past participle of ,  . See  ._ scope, limits.
atoll_2_n._Maldivean probably akin to Sinhalese ,  , probably from Sanskrit * ,  , variant of . See in Indo-European Roots._ island formed of a coral reef surrounding a lagoon.
haul_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old French , Germanic ; akin to Middle Dutch ; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_to pull or draw forcibly; drag or tug.
demur_2_intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old French , from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_to object or indicate opposition to something.
proscribe_2_v.t._Middle English , from Latin ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ outlaw; prohibit; condemn as harmful. 
motet_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, diminutive of ,  . See  ._ kind of unaccompanied part-song or anthem.
tragedy_3_noun_English , from Middle French, from Latin , from Greek , from Greek ,  -- 14th century_a disastrous occurrence; calamity.
superscribe_3_v.t._Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ write on top or at head. 
epidemic_4_adjective, noun_, from Middle French, , from Late Latin , from Greek , ,  -- 1603_spreading rapidly to a great many individuals in a locality, as a contagious disease.
corvette_2_n._French,  , probably from Middle Dutch ,  . See  ._ flush-decked warship, next below frigate in size; small, fast, submarine-chasing warship.
equivocal_4_adjective_Latin , ,  -- 1599_having at least two plausible alternative meanings, often intentionally so, as to deceive; ambiguous.
palynology_5_n._Greek ,   +  ._ study of pollen and spores living and fossil.
rotten_2_adjective_English , from Old Norse ; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_in the process of rotting or the state of being rotted; decaying or decayed.
lump_1_noun, adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English  -- 14th century_a mass or pile, esp. a small one.
dandy_2_noun, adjective_,  -- circa 1780_a man who is greatly concerned about the smartness of his clothing and appearance.
sedition_3_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Latin   : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   (from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ incitement to rebellion. 
medlar_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from ,  , from Late Latin , from Greek ._ crab-apple-like fruit and tree.
hardhearted_3_adjective_unknown_without feeling or sympathy; pitiless.
subside_2_intransitive verb_, , from akin to Latin  -- 1607_to decrease or abate noise, emotion, or the like.
amphibrach_3_n._Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ metrical foot of one short, one long and one short syllable.
synovia_4_n._New Latin,  ._ lubricating fluid secreted by certain membranes. 
hellebore_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek  : perhaps ,   + ,   (from ,  )._ several kinds of plant, especially the Christmas rose; alkaloid poison extracted from hellebore root.
ominous_3_adjective_unknown_indicating or threatening future evil or unpleasantness.
able-bodied_4_adjective_unknown_physically strong or fit.
compute_2_v.i.,v.t._French , from Old French, from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots. N., Late Latin from Latin ,  ._ calculate, reckon. 
skillful_2_adjective_unknown_having or using skill; adroit or adept.
invaginate_4_v.i.,v.t._Medieval Latin   : Latin ,  ; see    + Latin ,  ._ sheathe; infold; draw part of tube, etc., inside other part. 
pullulate_3_v.i._Latin  , from , diminutive of ,  . See  ._ sprout forth; bud; teem. 
bimestrial_4_a._From Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ occurring every two months; lasting two months.
felicity_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ happiness; well chosen word or phrase. 
howdah_2_n._Urdu , from Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ seat on elephant.
filth_1_noun_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_that which is unclean or foul.
metallurgy_4_n._New Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ art of extracting and refining metals. 
vulnerary_4_a.,n._Latin , from  ,  . See  ._ (remedy) that heals wounds.
mensuration_4_n._Late Latin  , from , past participle of ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ calculation of measurements. 
bezel_2_n._Probably French dialectal; akin to French , from ,  , from Latin. See in Indo-European Roots._ sloping edge of cutting tool; edge and facet of cut gem; flanged groove holding watch- or clock-glass; 
atom_2_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ (formerly) ultimate unit of matter; smallest particle of element that can exist alone or as a constituent of molecule; any very small thing or quantity.
sthenia_3_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ (unusual or abnormal) strength. 
crazy_2_adjective_unknown_mentally deranged; insane or acting insanely.
cistron_2_n._From ,   (  +  ) +   ._ segment of DNA required to synthesize a complete polypeptide chain for a particular function.
morganatic_4_a._New Latin , from Medieval Latin ,  ,  ._ pertaining to or denoting marriage of person of royal blood to person of inferior rank, by which the latter does not receive the royal spouse's rank nor do the children inherit his or her titles or property. 
casuarina_5_n._New Latin ,  , from Malay ,  ._ Australian oak.
ductile_2_a._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ easily hammered or drawn out into long thin strip; easily led. 
mazurka_3_n._Russian, possibly from Polish ,  , accusative of ,  , from diminutive of ,  ._ Polish dance in slow waltz time.
peripatetic_5_a._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek , from ,  , or from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ walking about or from place to place; 
celadon_3_n._French, after , a character in   a romance by Honoré d'Urfé (1568-1625), French writer, after , a character in Ovid's  ._ porcelain with greyish-green glaze; pale greyish green.
yataghan_3_n._Turkish ._ Muslim long curved knife.
moral_2_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_of, relating to, or concerned with the principles of right and wrong in human conduct.
diablerie_4_n._French, from Old French, from ,  , from Latin . See  ._ 'devilry'; sorcery; black magic; mischievous act.
forlorn_2_adjective_English , from Old English,  -- before 12th century_desolate or unhappy, as from abandonment or weariness.
eradicate_4_transitive verb_, ,  -- 1578_to completely destroy; annihilate; obliterate.
stipple_2_v.t._Dutch , frequentative of ,  , from ,  , from Middle Dutch._ mark, paint etc. with dots; dab on; 
specious_2_a._Middle English,  , from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ plausible; superficial. 
expensive_3_adjective_unknown_costing a relatively large amount of money, time, or effort; costly.
money_2_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_coins or paper notes issued by the government and marked with specific values; legal currency.
repetend_3_n._From Latin , neuter gerundive of ,  . See  ._ digit(s) repeated in recurring decimal; repetition of same or similar word in sentence; refrain.
debridement_3_n._French , from ,  , from Old French  : ,   + ,   (probably from Middle High German ,  )._ surgical removal of dead tissue from wound.
nightmare_2_noun_English,  -- 14th century_a terrifying or distressing dream.
camouflage_3_noun, transitive verb_,  -- 1917_a method of concealing something such as a person, vehicle, or building, esp. from an enemy military force, by covering it or coloring it so as to imitate its surroundings.
ousel_2_n._Middle English , from Old English ._ blackbird. 
protest_2_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French,  -- 15th century_a statement or other expression of objection or dissent.
majuscule_3_n._French, from Latin ,  , diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ capital or other large letter. 
literati_4_pl._Latin , pl. of ,  . See  ._ learned or literary people.
agreeable_4_adjective_unknown_pleasing or likable.
distress_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Old French, from Vulgar Latin , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_physical or emotional stress or suffering, or anything that causes suffering.
hole_1_noun_English, from Old English , akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_an opening or hollow cavity in something.
prostate_2_a._New Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ applied to gland at head of urethra in men, discharging mucoid fluid. 
harmless_2_adjective_unknown_lacking the power or intention to cause harm.
pantograph_3_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ instrument for copying maps, etc., on any scale; device for taking electric current from overhead wires to motor of train, etc. 
make-believe_3_noun, adjective_unknown_invention; pretending.
alula_3_n._New Latin, diminutive of Latin ,  ._ part of a bird's wing, corresponding to thumb.
athenaeum_4_n._Late Latin ,  , after Greek ,  , from ,  ._ club having learned members; library.
cuisine_2_n._French, from Old French, from Vulgar Latin * , variant of Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ 'kitchen'; cooking; feeding arrangements. 
chantry_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from ,  . See  ._ chapel, priest or endowment for singing masses.
octant_2_n._Latin  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ eighth part of circle (45 degrees); angle-measuring instrument with that arc.
merciless_3_adjective_unknown_showing no kindness or compassion; without mercy; cruel.
aesthetic_5_adjective, noun_, from New Latin , from Greek ,  -- 1798_of or relating to beauty of form in works of art, including literature, dance, music, and the like.
lanolin_3_n._German  : from Latin ,   + Latin ,  ._ fat extracted from wool and used in ointments and cosmetics. 
liana_3_n._Alteration of French , probably from ,  , from Old French. See  ._ climbing plant with roots in ground; vine.
wavy_2_adjective_unknown_having or abounding in waves.
nutation_3_n._Latin  , from , past participle of frequentative of ,  ._ nodding; such motion of earth's axis. 
afflatus_3_n._Latin , from past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ divine breath; inspiration. 
beryllium_4_n._From  ._ hard, white metal used in alloys, occurring as an element only in compounds.
channel_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Latin  -- 14th century_the bed of a river, stream, or other waterway.
contingency_4_noun_unknown_a future event that is possible but not likely.
collimate_3_v.t._New Latin  , alteration of Latin ,    : ,  ; see   + ,   (from ,  . See   )._ make parallel; adjust into line; adjust line of sight. 
rough_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_having an uneven surface; not smooth; coarse.
eluvium_4_n._New Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ detritus from weathering of rock. 
camaraderie_5_n._French, from ,  , from Old French,  . See  ._ comradeship; good fellowship.
antagonism_4_noun_unknown_a state of being opposed; hostility.
first_1_adjective, adverb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_indicating rank or position before all others.
paroxytone_4_a.,n._Greek  : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ (word) having acute accent on last syllable but one.
fratricide_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , and   ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + and ,  ._ killing or killer of brother or sister. 
ventricle_3_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin , diminutive of ,  ._ cavity, especially of heart from which blood enters arteries. 
hideous_3_adjective_Middle English , from Middle French, ,  -- 14th century_exceptionally ugly or frightening in appearance; repulsive.
ergo_2_adv._Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ 'therefore'.
relevant_3_adjective_Latin , from Latin,  -- 1560_related to or connected with the present matter; pertinent.
disinterested_5_adjective_unknown_not biased or influenced by self-interest; impartial.
jalap_2_n._French, from American Spanish , short for ,  , after  ._ root of Mexican plant used as purgative.
sonata_3_n._Italian, from feminine past participle of ,  , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ instrumental composition in three or more movements. 
dentil_2_n._Obsolete French , from Old French, diminutive of ,  . See  ._ small rectangular block, one of a row used as ornamentation, especially beneath a cornice.
serve_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French , from Old French, from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_to give aid or help; be of use.
antepenult_4_n._Short for Late Latin , from feminine of ,  . See  ._ antepenultimate syllable or word. 
joke_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit  -- 1670_a short fictional story told to provoke laughter, esp. in reaction to the ending.
devastate_3_transitive verb_,  -- 1638_to ravage or lay waste, as by war or natural disaster.
gastronomy_4_n._French , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ science of food and cooking. 
isochronous_4_a._From New Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ lasting equal time; recurring at equal intervals. 
murine_2_a.,n._Latin ,  , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ (animal) belonging to rats and mice family of rodents. 
brace_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French ,  -- 14th century_a device that holds things in position, such as a clamp.
scammony_3_n._Middle English , from Old English , and from Old French both from Latin , from Greek ._ kind of convolvulus of Near East, with root yielding resin used as purge. 
presage_2_v.t._Middle English, from Latin , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ portend; give a warning of; 
effulgent_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ radiant; bright. 
glottis_2_n._Greek , from ,  ._ chink-like space between the vocal cords. 
comely_2_adjective_English , Old English , , from akin to Old High German  -- 13th century_pleasing in appearance.
innovate_3_v.i.,v.t._French , from Old French, from Latin  ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ introduce something new; make changes; introduce as new. 
disgust_2_transitive verb, noun_unknown_to cause nausea or revulsion in; sicken; repel.
rarefy_3_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , alteration of Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ make thin, rare or tenuous. 
essay_2_noun, transitive verb_unknown_a short, usu. prose literary work that expresses the writer's ideas, feelings, and opinions on a particular subject.
repertoire_3_n._French , from Old French, from Late Latin . See  ._ list of plays, pieces, etc., which company or person can perform; range or store of techniques, skills, capabilities, etc. 
take_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English , from Old Norse ; akin to Middle Dutch  -- before 12th century_to obtain possession of through force, skill, or trick; seize; capture.
gracile_2_a._Latin ._ slender. 
practice_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , alteration of , from ,  , from Medieval Latin . See  ._ (period of) exercise to develop a skill; condition of having such a skill through exercise; application of a skill, etc. as opposed to theory; customary action or proceeding; procedure; professional business and clientele of a doctor, lawyer, etc. (
disease_2_noun_English , from Middle French ,  -- 14th century_an abnormal physical or mental condition that causes an organism to function wrongly; illness; sickness.
orchidaceous_4_a._From New Latin ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or like an orchid; exceptionally beautiful; ostentatious; gaudy.
deputy_3_noun_English, from Middle French ,  -- 15th century_someone authorized to be a substitute or assistant.
syndic_2_n._French, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ magistrate; member of committee. 
regurgitate_4_v.i._Medieval Latin  ,    : Latin ,   + Late Latin ,   (from Latin  ,  )._ throw or pour back, or be thrown or poured back, especially from crop or stomach into mouth; vomit. 
handsel_2_n._Middle English , from Old English ,   ( ,   + ,  ), and from Old Norse ,   ( ,   + ,  )._ gift, especially at New Year; first money taken at shop; earnest money; 
eupatrid_3_n._Greek  : ,   +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ aristocrat, especially of ancient Greece.
round_1_adjective, noun_English, from Old French , from Latin  -- 14th century_having a circular or spherical shape.
cut_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English  -- 13th century_to pierce, slice, hew, or form with a sharp-edged implement such as a knife, ax, saw, or scissors.
penology_4_n._Latin ,   (from Greek . See   in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ study of criminal punishment. 
transition_3_noun_,  -- 1551_change from one position, stage, or situation to another.
scrimshaw_2_n._Probably from  ._ carving on bone, ivory, etc. as done by sailors.
inimical_4_a._Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ hostile; unfavourable. 
acclamation_4_noun_,  -- 1585_enthusiastic applause; loud expression of approval.
mullion_2_n._Alteration of Middle English , from Anglo-Norman , perhaps from ,  , from , from Latin , from . See in Indo-European Roots._ upright division, especially of stone, between panes of window.
lawless_2_adjective_unknown_violating or not heeding the law, often habitually.
gross_1_adjective, noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin  -- 14th century_unmitigated or without qualifications such as deductions; total; absolute.
doxology_4_n._Medieval Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,  ._ formula of praise to God, especially stanza beginning 'Glory be to the Father'. 
magnum_2_n._From Latin, neuter of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ bottle holding twice as much as an ordinary bottle; large- calibre or more than usually powerful firearm. 
fatwa_2_n._Arabic ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ proscription pronounced by Islamic religious leader.
tourniquet_3_n._French  : ,   (from Old French. See  ) + ,   (from Old French)._ device to stop bleeding, as a bandage twisted tight by a stick, etc.
retire_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_French ,  -- 1533_to cease work or active life.
chlamys_2_n._Latin, from Greek ._ horseman's loose cloak of ancient Greece. 
simian_3_a.,n._From Latin ,  , probably from ,  , from Greek ._ (like) ape or monkey. 
tonsorial_4_a._From Latin , from ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to barber or hairdressing.
sciolism_3_n._From Late Latin ,  , diminutive of Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pretence to wisdom; conceit due to it. 
subordinate_4_adjective, noun, transitive verb_English , from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_lower in rank or importance; inferior or secondary.
phrase_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_, from Greek, ,  -- 1530_in grammar, a group of words that has meaning and grammatical order but does not have both a subject and a predicate.
actuate_3_v.t._Medieval Latin  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ set a machine etc. in motion; be the motive for.
pelota_3_n._Spanish, from Old French ,  . See  ._ 'ball'; several tennis-like Spanish games, and fives-like Basque game.
aepyornis_4_n._New Latin ,    : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ large fossil bird of Madagascar.
francolin_3_n._French, from Italian ._ S Asiatic and African partridge.
maulstick_2_n._Partial translation of obsolete Dutch  : ,   (from Middle Dutch, from ,  ) + ,  ._ painter's stick for steadying the hand.
jurisconsult_4_n._Latin  : , genitive of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  , past participle of ,  ._ legal expert.
ephor_2_n._Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ magistrate of Sparta. 
baryta_3_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ barium oxide. 
synchronous_3_a._From Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ pertaining to or happening at same time. 
coercion_3_noun_unknown_the act of coercing.
phantom_2_noun_English , from Middle French , Latin  -- 14th century_an unreal or illusory figure, such as a ghost or specter; apparition.
basilar_3_a._New Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or at the base.
penumbra_3_n._New Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ._ partly light margin surrounding complete shadow, especially during an eclipse. 
questionable_4_adjective_unknown_of doubtful honesty, legality, or propriety.
amend_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , Latin , , from akin to Latin , Sanskrit  -- 13th century_to formally change, add to, or subtract from the wording, as of a legislative bill or contract.
passable_3_adjective_unknown_capable of being traversed, crossed, or passed through.
sophisticated_5_adjective_English, from Medieval Latin , from Latin , from Greek ,  -- 15th century_having or showing signs of subtle or extensive knowledge or experience; not naive or simple; worldly-wise.
tension_2_noun_French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 1533_the act of stretching or state of being stretched; strain.
perfidy_3_n._Latin , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ treachery; breaking of promise. 
asymptote_3_n._Ultimately from Greek ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from  ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ line approaching a curve but meeting it only at infinity. 
indite_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin *  : Latin ,  ; see    + Latin ,  , frequentative of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ compose; write down; describe. 
overwhelm_3_transitive verb_English, ,  -- 14th century_to overcome by superior force; destroy.
tensile_2_a._New Latin , from Latin ,  . See   ._ pertaining to tension; that can be stretched. 
quiescent_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ resting; dormant. 
luxuriant_4_adjective_unknown_of plants, growing densely and abundantly; lush.
apodal_3_a._From Greek  : ,  ; see    +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ lacking feet or obvious hind limbs. 
anole_3_n._French ,  ._ chameleon-like W Indian and American lizard.
procurator_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ governor of territory; agent; manager of another's affairs. 
parturition_4_n._Late Latin  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ bringing forth of young. 
extrinsic_3_a._Latin ,    : ,  ; see   + ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ external; incidental.
bazaar_3_noun_ -- 1612_a street market or market area lined with vendors, esp. in the Middle East.
exfoliate_4_v.i._Latin  ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ flake or peel off; develop or unfold like leaves. 
slivovitz_3_n._Serbo-Croatian , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ E European plum brandy.
dementia_3_n._Latin ,  , from  ,  . See  ._ insanity; impairment of cognitive and intellectual function because of damage to neurons in the brain. 
cartography_4_n._French  : ,   (from Old French, from Latin ,  . See   ) + ,   (from Greek . See  )._ map-making. 
vent_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_an opening which allows entrance, passage, or exit of a gas or vapor, esp. of air or smoke.
penna_2_n._Latin,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ any of a bird's larger feathers, covering most of its body. 
variola_4_n._New Latin, from Medieval Latin,  , from Latin ,  ._ smallpox. 
aqueduct_3_n._Latin  : , genitive of ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  ._ channel carrying water, especially in shape of bridge.
samara_3_n._Latin,  ._ propeller-like winged fruit, as of ash; key fruit. 
recitative_4_n._Italian , from ,  , from Latin . See  ._ speechlike declamatory song in opera, oratorio, etc.
trichotomy_4_n._New Latin  : Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + New Latin ,  ._ division into three parts or categories. 
suasion_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ persuasion; advice.
detect_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 1581_to perceive, discover, or uncover.
boisterous_3_adjective_English  -- 14th century_loud, unrestrained, and in high spirits; rowdy.
dunce_1_noun_Duns Scotus,  -- 1587_an unintelligent, foolish, or ignorant person.
litotes_3_n._Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ rhetorical device of understatement.
sublunary_4_a._Late Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ of the world; terrestrial.
tapir_2_n._Perhaps French, ultimately from Tupi ,  ._ ant-eater with short proboscis.
xebec_2_n._French , probably from Catalan , from Arabic , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ ancient three-masted Mediterranean pirate ship.
pica_2_n._New Latin , from Latin,  ._ (12-point) size of type; 
octonary_4_a._Latin ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or consisting of eight; in groups of eight; 
prey_1_noun, intransitive verb_English , from Old French, from Latin ; akin to Latin ,  -- 13th century_the object of a hunt or pursuit, usu. one animal caught and eaten by another.
duplicate_3_noun_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_an exact copy of an original.
crispate_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ curled; crisped. 
muggy_2_adjective_ -- 1746_warm, humid, and stifling, as the weather or the atmosphere outdoors or in an enclosed space.
tepid_2_adjective_English , from Latin , ; from akin to Sanskrit , Old Irish  -- 14th century_somewhat warm; lukewarm.
vow_1_noun_English , from Old French , from Latin , , from akin to Greek , Sanskrit  -- 14th century_a solemn oath, commitment, or undertaking that binds one to a particular act, service, or condition.
disarray_3_transitive verb, noun_unknown_to upset or throw into disorder or confusion.
fashionable_4_adjective_unknown_conforming to current trends or styles.
delicious_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_extremely pleasing or agreeable, esp. to the sense of taste or smell.
filibuster_4_n._From Spanish ,  , from French , from Dutch ,  . See  ._ irregular soldier; freebooter; 
thump_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_ -- 1548_a heavy dull sound of impact, as made by a blunt instrument striking or a large object falling.
cassava_3_n._Ultimately from Taino ,  ._ tropical plant with roots yielding starch used in tapioca making; manioc.
swarthy_2_adjective_,  -- 1587_dark in color or complexion.
bald_1_adjective, intransitive verb_English ; akin to Danish , Latin , Greek  -- 14th century_having little or no hair on the scalp.
samizdat_3_n._Russian  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,   (from ,  , on the model of ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ (system for distributing) underground literature in former USSR.
arrest_2_transitive verb, noun_English , from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to slow down; impede; stop.
majolica_4_n._Italian , from Medieval Latin ,  , alteration of Late Latin ._ elaborate, highly-coloured, glazed Italian pottery; faience. 
proctor_2_n._Middle English ,  , from . See  ._ disciplinary officer of university. 
rage_1_noun, intransitive verb_English, from Old French, from Late Latin , from Latin , ; from akin to Sanskrit  -- 14th century_intense anger; fury.
aplomb_2_noun_, from Middle French, ,  -- 1823_great self-confidence, composure, or poise.
sponson_2_n._Perhaps alteration of  ._ projection from side of ship, as protection, gun platform, etc.
obtrude_2_v.t._Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ thrust (oneself) forward in an annoying way; thrust (something) out or forward. 
heritor_3_n._Alteration of Middle English , from Anglo-Norman, from Medieval Latin . See  ._ owner; inheritor. 
beckon_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to signal to come, esp. with a gesture.
lofty_2_adjective_unknown_of great height; high.
disrespectful_4_adjective_unknown_exhibiting disrespect; discourteous.
epergne_2_n._Perhaps alteration of French ,  , from ,  , from Old French ,  ._ central ornament on table.
proletariat_5_n._French , from Latin ,  . See  ._ working classes. 
outbreak_2_noun_unknown_a sudden breaking out; eruption.
ambsace_2_n._Middle English , from Old French  : Latin , feminine accusative pl. of ,   + ,  ._ double ace; lowest score; bad luck.
persiflage_3_n._French, from ,    : ,   (from Latin. See  ) + ,   (from Old French, from Late Latin , alteration of Latin )._ raillery; idle chatter.
bureau_2_noun_, from Old French , from Old French , from Late Latin  -- 1699_a chest of drawers, often with a mirror.
complex_2_adjective_Latin , from Latin,  -- 1643_having a complicated structure; not simple.
good_1_adjective, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_desirable; positive.
ochre_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin , from Greek , from ,  ._ red or yellow iron-containing earth used as pigment; yellowish-brown hue. 
castor_2_n._Middle English, from Latin,  , from Greek ._ substance derived from beaver and used in perfumery; hat, especially of beaver fur. 
femur_2_n._Latin,  ._ thigh bone; thigh. 
steinbok_2_n._Afrikaans, from Middle Dutch ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ small S African antelope.
cortex_2_n._Latin,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ outer part, rind; grey matter of the brain. 
accouchement_3_n._French, from ,  , from Old French  : ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,  ; see  ._ childbirth. 
portentous_3_adjective_unknown_being or like a portent.
infectious_3_adjective_unknown_capable of being transmitted by infection.
posit_2_v.t._From Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ postulate.
latent_2_adjective_English, from Latin , ; from akin to Greek  -- 15th century_present but not yet apparent, developed, or operative.
fabrication_4_noun_unknown_a statement, document, or the like that is false or invented to deceive.
conference_3_noun_unknown_an organized meeting of persons with common interests, esp. professional interests, for the purpose of sharing information and opinions.
attack_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_French , from Old Italian , , from Germanic ; akin to Old English  -- 1600_to begin to inflict harm upon.
laic_2_a._Late Latin . See   ._ not clerical or ecclesiastical; lay. 
ineffable_4_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots)._ indescribable; unspeakable.
high_1_adjective, adverb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_of great vertical extent; elevated; tall.
face_1_noun_English, from Old French, from Vulgar Latin , from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_the part of the head that extends from the forehead to the chin and from ear to ear.
stogy_2_n._After , a village of southeast Pennsylvania._ cheap cigar.
scarify_3_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin , alteration of Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ scratch; cut; scar. 
mystic_2_adjective, noun_English , from Latin , from Greek ,  -- 14th century_having hidden or spiritually symbolic meaning.
chutzpah_2_n._Yiddish , from Mishnaic Hebrew , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ cheek; (shameless) audacity.
redoubt_2_n._French , from Italian , from Medieval Latin ,  , from Latin, past participle of ,  . See  ._ fortification within an outwork.
meteoric_4_adjective_unknown_of, pertaining to, or consisting of meteors.
mamba_2_n._Zulu ._ venomous cobra-like snake of Africa; tree-cobra.
galaxy_3_n._Middle English ,  , from Late Latin , from Greek, from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ Milky Way; island universe, especially one to which solar system and all visible stars belong; collection of brilliant persons.
calumet_3_n._Canadian French, from French dialectal,  , from Late Latin , diminutive of Latin ,  , from Greek ._ American Indian tobacco pipe of peace.
lascivious_4_a._Middle English, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ lustful; lecherous.
piscine_2_a._Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  ._ pertaining to fish. 
cassation_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See   ._ annulment. 
epistaxis_4_n._Greek, from  ,    : ,   + ,  ._ nose-bleeding.
sexcentenary_5_a._From Latin ,    : ,  ; see   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ pertaining to six hundred (years); 
elite_3_noun, adjective_, from Old French , , from Latin  -- 1823_(usu. used with a pl. verb) the best, taken collectively.
assimilate_4_v.i.,v.t._Middle English , from Latin  ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ make or become similar; compare; incorporate; digest; absorb; be incorporated, digested, or absorbed. 
rationale_3_n._Late Latin , from neuter of Latin ,  . See  ._ fundamental principles or reasons; logical basis.
cerate_2_n._Latin , from , past participle of ,  , from ,  ; akin to Greek ._ medical unguent composed of wax, lard, etc.; 
captious_2_adjective_English , from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_inclined to petty criticism; faultfinding.
sparing_2_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_careful or restrained, as in the use of money or goods; frugal; thrifty (often fol. by in or of).
grotesque_2_adjective, noun_French Old Italian; Middle French, from Old Italian ,  -- 1561_unnatural, distorted, or ugly in character or appearance.
spritzer_2_n._German, from ,  , from Middle High German . See in Indo-European Roots._ drink of (white) wine and soda water.
pugnacious_3_a._From Latin  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ eager to fight; belligerent.
exclude_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to leave out; omit; keep out.
costive_2_a._Middle English , from Old French , past participle of ,  , from Latin . See  ._ constipated.
contemn_2_v.t._Middle English ,  , from Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ treat with contempt; scorn. 
sentimental_4_adjective_unknown_pertaining to sentiment.
panache_2_n._French,  , from Italian ,  , from Late Latin , diminutive of Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ plume on helmet; verve flamboyance. 
anus_2_n._Middle English, from Latin ,  ._ opening at posterior end of alimentary canal.
killing_2_noun, adjective_unknown_the act of putting to death.
inseminate_4_v.t._Latin  ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from  ,  . See  )._ sow; impregnate. 
wanderoo_3_n._From Sinhalese , pl. of ,  , from Sanskrit ,  , probably from (as in ,  ), archaic locative of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ kind of monkey of Sri Lanka with purple face, or of India with lion-like tail.
homologate_4_v.t._Medieval Latin  , from Greek ,  , from ,  . See  ._ confirm; approve; agree. 
escheat_2_n._Middle English , from Old French (from ,  ), and from Anglo-Latin both from Vulgar Latin * ,    : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ reversion of land to feudal lord, crown or state, due to failure of heirs; 
sapient_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ wise; pretending to be wise. 
discourse_2_noun, intransitive verb_English , from Medieval Latin Late Latin ; Medieval Latin, from Late Latin, from Latin, ,  -- 14th century_verbal communication; conversation.
grumpy_2_adjective_unknown_in a bad mood; irritable.
juncture_2_n._Middle English, from Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ junction; joint; critical moment of time.
barracuda_4_n._American Spanish, from Spanish dialectal ,  ._ pike-like tropical sea fish.
battery_3_noun_French , from Old French, , from Latin  -- 1531_a device that generates electricity by means of chemical reactions.
diadem_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek,  , from ,    : ,   +  ,  ._ crown; fillet.
heart_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_the organ that pumps blood through the circulatory system of a person or animal.
bout_1_noun_, from Middle English  -- 1575_an athletic match, as between wrestlers or boxers.
complicity_4_noun_unknown_participation in wrongdoing, esp. in a crime.
koan_2_n._Japanese  : ,   (from Middle Chinese ) + ,  ._ puzzle with no logical solution used in Zen Buddhism to develop intuitive thought.
pristine_2_a._Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots._ primitive; ancient; unspoiled.
contemporaneous_6_a._Latin  : ,   +  ,   + ,  ._ existing at same time. 
grivet_2_n._French._ black and white Abyssinian monkey.
educe_2_v.t._Middle English ,  , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ bring out, develop; elicit. 
grapple_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_French ,  -- 1601_a metal hook with several claws used to drag objects closer or secure them; grapnel.
walk_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb_from Middle English , from Old English , from Middle English , from Old English , akin to Middle Dutch ,  -- before 12th century_to move at a moderate pace by steps.
valiant_2_adjective, noun_English , from Middle French , from Old French, , from Latin  -- 14th century_showing or characterized by courage in both spirit and action; brave; heroic.
aural_2_a._From Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to ear or hearing; pertaining to aura.
justice_2_noun_English, from Old English Old French; Old English , from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 12th century_the principle or quality of equity; moral rightness.
undying_3_adjective_unknown_not ending; everlasting; eternal.
guipure_2_n._French, from Old French, from ,  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ kind of large-patterned heavy lace.
algolagnia_5_n._New Latin  :   + Greek ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ taking sexual pleasure in inflicting or enduring pain. 
tachistoscope_4_n._Greek , superlative of ,   +  ._ instrument exposing visual signals, 
infinitesimal_6_adjective, noun_Latin , from Latin  -- 1706_of a thing or quantity, too small to be measured or calculated.
asthenosphere_4_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ hypothetical layer of fluid matter below rigid surface of earth's crust.
syzygy_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ conjunction or opposition of celestial body with the sun. 
significant_4_adjective_,  -- 1579_having consequence or import; important.
clairvoyant_3_n.  a._French  : ,   (from Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots) + , present participle of ,   (from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots)._ (person) able to see objects not actually present; having 'second sight'. 
nondescript_3_adjective, noun_Latin ,  -- circa 1807_of no particular type or kind, and having no individual distinctiveness; hard to describe.
awful_2_adjective, adverb_unknown_very bad; inferior.
extrorse_2_a._Late Latin ,   (modeled on Latin ,  ) : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin , past participle of ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ facing away or out.
serotine_3_n._From New Latin ,  , from Latin,  . See  ._ brown bat; 
doctor_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French Medieval Latin; Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_a person licensed to care for or treat people or animals, such as a physician, dentist, or veterinarian. (abbr.: Dr.)
buoyancy_3_noun_unknown_the capacity to float or rise up in a liquid or gas.
boycott_2_transitive verb, noun_Boycott English Ireland  -- 1880_to refuse to buy, use, attend, or deal with (a product, activity, business, or the like), usu. as a protest or means of persuasion.
done_1_verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_past participle of do1.
eidetic_3_a._German , from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ (of visual etc. images) exceptionally vivid; 
enter_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old French , from Latin , ; from akin to Latin  -- 13th century_to come or go in.
accumulation_5_noun_unknown_the act or process of accumulating; collection.
madrigal_3_n._Italian , probably from dialectal ,  , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin,  , from  ,  , from  ,  . See  ._ unaccompanied polyphonic part song, in five or six parts. 
familiar_3_adjective, noun_unknown_easily recognized; commonly known.
serrate_2_a._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ having notched or toothed edge. 
guilloche_2_n._French,  , or French ,  ._ architectural ornament of intertwined curved lines or bands.
blank_1_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French , Germanic ; akin to Old High German ; akin to Latin  -- 14th century_empty or clear, as a space on a surface.
reptant_2_a._Latin  present participle of ,   frequentative of ._ creeping. 
ingress_2_n._Middle English , from Latin , from past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ entrance; right of entering. 
cuirass_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , probably alteration (influenced by Old French ,  ), of Old Provençal from Late Latin ,  , feminine of , from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ armour for breast and back. 
gratuitous_4_a._From Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots._ done freely; needless; groundless. 
cantonment_3_n._From  ,  ._ troops' camp or barracks; small military station, especially in British India.
quitrent_2_n._Middle English  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   ._ small nominal rent commuting feudal services.
business_2_noun_unknown_an occupation or trade.
trochaic_3_a._Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or consisting of trochees; 
concession_3_noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_an act or instance of conceding, such as the granting of a right or privilege or the admitting of a point in an argument.
transient_3_a._Alteration of Latin  present participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ fleeting. 
analytic_4_adjective_Latin , from Greek ,  -- 1601_of, pertaining to, or resulting from analysis.
cabal_2_noun, intransitive verb_, from Medieval Latin , from Late Hebrew ,  -- 1614_a small group of people engaged in a secret plot, usu. of a political nature.
pitiful_3_adjective_unknown_worthy of or inspiring pity or sympathy; pitiable.
smithsonite_3_n._After   ._ natural zinc carbonate; calamine.
achievement_3_noun_unknown_something successfully carried through, esp. through bold or brave action or thought.
queer_1_adjective, transitive verb, noun_ -- 1508_strange, unusual, or unexpected; eccentric; odd.
bolero_3_n._Spanish, from ,  . See  ._ lively Spanish dance; waist-length jacket.
vile_1_adjective_English, from Old French , from Latin  -- 14th century_extremely bad, disgusting, or unpleasant.
lacertilian_5_a.,n._From New Latin ,  , from Latin ,  ._ (pertaining to or like a) lizard. 
ablution_3_n._Middle English , from Latin  , from , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ act of washing; 
hyoid_2_a.,n._New Latin ,  , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ (pertaining to) U-shaped bone at base of tongue.
tannin_2_n._French, from ,  , from Old French, from Medieval Latin . See   ._ highly astringent substance obtained from many plants. 
crowd_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Middle High German , Old English , Middle Irish  -- before 12th century_a large number of people massed together.
relax_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to make looser or less rigid.
conformation_4_noun_unknown_structure or configuration; form.
papoose_2_n._Narragansett ,  ._ N American Indian baby.
odium_3_n._Latin,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ hatred; reproach. 
contempt_2_noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the feeling or expression of angry disgust, as at something wicked or unworthy; scorn.
accuracy_4_noun_unknown_the condition or quality of being accurate.
specie_2_n._From ,  , from Latin ,  , ablative of . See  ._ coined money.
albumen_3_n._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ white of egg; substance surrounding embryo in seed.
sypher_2_v.t._Alteration of  ,  ._ (of boards) join edge to edge or overlap to form a level surface.
anabiosis_5_n._Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ return to life after seeming death.
musical_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin ,  -- 15th century_of, like, relating to, or producing music.
competitive_4_adjective_unknown_involving, related to, or characterized by competition.
benediction_4_noun_English , from Late Latin , , from Latin, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_a blessing, esp. the one pronounced over the congregation by the clergyman at the end of a religious service.
sniggle_2_v.i._From dialectal ,  , from Middle English probably akin to ,   akin to Old English ,  ._ fish for eels by lowering baited hook into possible hiding place.
coloratura_5_n._Obsolete Italian, from Late Latin ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ highly ornamented, virtuoso (musical passage); singer, especially soprano, of such music.
bonhomie_3_n._French, from ,    : ,   (from Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots)._ friendliness; urbane manner.
living_2_adjective, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_having life.
dunnage_2_n._Middle English , from Middle Dutch ,  ._ packing material for protecting cargo.
niche_1_noun, transitive verb_, from Middle French, , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 1611_a crevice or recessed area, esp. an ornamental one set in a wall to hold a statue, urn, or the like.
pneuma_2_n._Greek. See in Indo-European Roots._ soul, spirit.
corposant_3_n._Portuguese, and obsolete Spanish both from Latin ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  , past participle of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ flamelike electrical discharge from ship's masts, steeples, etc., in thundery weather; St. Elmo's fire.
odd_1_adjective, noun_God  -- 1695_different from what is expected or customary; strange.
canyon_3_noun_unknown_a deep, narrow chasm with steep sides, often with a stream flowing along the bottom.
sinecure_3_n._From Medieval Latin ,    : Latin ,   + Latin , ablative of ,  ; see  ._ office involving no toil or duties. 
laager_2_n._Alteration of obsolete Afrikaans , probably from German ,  , from Middle High German ,  , from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots._ camp of wagons drawn into circle; 
ungual_2_a._From Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or like nail, hoof or talon.
hazy_2_adjective_ -- 1582_marked or obscured by haze; misty.
drowsy_2_adjective_unknown_nearly asleep.
physiognomy_5_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Greek , variant of  : ,   +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ face; facial expression; divination of character or fortune from face. 
kefir_2_n._Russian, probably ultimately from Old Turkic ,  , from ,  ._ koumiss-like drink of Caucasus.
micron_2_n._From Greek , neuter of ,  ._ millionth part of a metre
layout_2_noun_unknown_an arrangement, design, or plan as shown either by laying its components out in a drawing or model, or by the structure itself on its actual site.
quatercentenary_6_n._Latin ,  ; see   +  ._ four-hundredth anniversary.
hysteresis_4_n._Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ lag in the effect of a change of force, especially in magnetisation. 
phthiriasis_4_n._Latin , from Greek , from ,  , from ,  ._ infestation with lice. 
consolation_4_noun_unknown_an act or instance of consoling.
assist_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , ; from akin to Latin  -- 15th century_to give support or aid to.
binomial_4_a._From New Latin ,    :    + French ,   (from Latin . See  )._ having two names, especially of scientific nomenclature giving two names, genus and species, to each species; 
appall_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Old French, from Latin , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to cause to feel horror, shock, dismay, or the like.
intimacy_4_noun_unknown_the condition of being close in friendship or otherwise intimate.
wish_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit ,  -- before 12th century_to long for; desire; want.
inspiration_4_noun_unknown_an action, thought, person, or other influence that inspires.
credible_3_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_believable or plausible.
nagana_3_n._Zulu ._ tropical disease of cattle transmitted by tsetse fly.
erratic_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_not occurring predictably or consistently; unpredictable.
elective_3_adjective, noun_unknown_pertaining to election by voting.
gesso_2_n._Italian, from Latin ,  . See  ._ prepared gypsum or plaster of Paris used in painting; 
tungsten_2_n._Swedish  : ,   (from Old Norse ) + ,   (from Old Norse . See in Indo-European Roots)._ white metal, also called wolfram, with highest melting point of all metals, used in filaments of electric lamps, steel alloys, etc. 
design_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French Medieval Latin; Middle French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_to make or draw plans for, esp. the structure or form of.
cultrate_2_a._Latin , from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ shaped like a knife blade; sharp-edged.
deluge_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_an inundation of the land by a great quantity of water; flood.
proof_1_noun, adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 13th century_evidence that proves the truth or existence of something.
adamant_3_n._From Middle English,  , from Old French , from Latin  , from Greek,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ exceptionally hard substance; 
hydraulic_3_a._Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ pertaining to moving fluids; pertaining to mechanical action of water; conveyed or worked by water. 
dark_1_adjective, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_characterized by a lack of light.
commotion_3_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_an agitated or noisy disturbance.
preclude_2_v.t._Latin  : ,   + ,  ._ make impossible in advance.
grapnel_2_n._Middle English , probably ultimately from Old French ,  , diminutive of . See  ._ small anchor or hook.
epact_2_n._French , from Late Latin , from Greek ,  , feminine of ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ difference, represented by a number, between solar and lunar year, or calendar and lunar month; age of moon at start of calendar year. 
metamorphose_4_v.i.,v.t._French , from Old French, from ,  , from Latin . See  ._ transform or be transformed. 
aleurone_3_n._From Greek ,  ._ protein granules in plant seeds; external protein layer of cereal seeds.
passacaglia_4_n._Italian, From Spanish  : ,  ; see   + ,   (from Latin  ,  )._ old slow Italian or Spanish dance; variations on a theme over a continuously repeated ground bass.
trek_1_intransitive verb, noun_, from Dutch , akin to Old High German  -- 1821_to travel or make one's way, usu. slowly and arduously.
triennial_4_a._From Latin , from ,  . See  ._ happening every three years; lasting three years; 
ternary_3_a._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  . See   ._ triple; pertaining to or consisting of three(s); in threes; having three as base; 
pennon_2_n._Middle English, from Old French ,  , augmentative of ,  , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ long flag coming to a point or swallowtail, especially attached as banner to head of lance; pennant.
propose_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin  -- 14th century_to present for consideration or adoption; suggest.
ratite_2_a._From Latin ,  , from ,  ._ having flat breastbone; 
cassiterite_4_n._French , from Greek ,  ._ native dioxide of tin, the chief ore of tin.
hauberk_2_n._Middle English, from Old French ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ tunic-like coat of mail.
anthrax_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Latin ,  , from Greek._ severe infectious disease of cattle and sheep, communicable to human beings; boil cause by this.
tragacanth_3_n._Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ valuable gum exuded by Indian tree, used in medicine.
sempiternal_4_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ eternal. 
temper_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English Old French; Old English Old French , from Latin , akin to Latin ,  -- before 12th century_a habitual state of mind or manner of feeling.
embroider_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , , from Germanic ; akin to Old English ,  -- 14th century_to make or decorate with ornamental needlework.
component_3_noun, adjective_,  -- 1645_a part or element of a whole; constituent.
ideal_3_noun, adjective_English , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_an idea of something in its perfect form or essence.
adipose_3_a._New Latin , from Latin  ,  ._ fat, fatty. 
contingent_3_a._Middle English, from Latin  present participle of ,  . See  ._ possible; able to take place; accidental; conditional; 
scagliola_3_n._Italian, diminutive of ,  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ stonelike plasterwork for interior decoration. 
arbutus_3_n._Latin ,  ._ strawberry tree.
refrangible_4_a._From Latin ,   (influenced by  )._ capable of being refracted. 
assault_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Old French, from Vulgar Latin ,  -- 14th century_a violent physical or verbal attack.
croton_2_n._New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  ._ tree with seeds yielding an oil used as purge, etc.
demand_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_unknown_to ask forcefully; command.
connate_2_a._Late Latin , past participle of ,    : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ congenital; joined together from birth. 
beautiful_3_adjective, noun_unknown_delighting the senses; having beauty; lovely.
uncompromising_5_adjective_unknown_unwilling to compromise or make concessions; unyielding.
cordate_2_a._New Latin , from Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ heart-shaped. 
falcate_2_a._Latin , from  ,  ._ sickle-shaped.
persona_3_n._Latin . See  ._ facade presented by individual to other people, in Jungian psychology.
image_2_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 13th century_a visual representation such as a photograph, sculpture, or painting.
hang_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_from Middle English , from Old English , from Middle English , from Old English , akin to Old High German ,  -- before 12th century_to suspend from a point above.
material_4_noun, adjective_English , from Middle French Late Latin; Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_anything used for constructing or making something else.
plausible_3_adjective_, ,  -- 1565_seeming to be truthful or reasonable; credible.
vagrant_2_noun, adjective_English , Middle French , from Old French, , from Germanic ; akin to Old English  -- 15th century_one who lacks a permanent home and wanders from place to place; nomad; tramp.
hypophysis_4_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pituitary gland. 
ward_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_in a hospital, a large room holding several patients, or a section for patients of a similar type, such as children or patients that require intensive care.
poltergeist_3_n._German  : ,   (from Middle High German ) + ,   (from Middle High German, from Old High German)._ active manifestation of spirit in rappings, moving of furniture, etc.; such manifested spirit.
nook_1_noun_English ,  -- 14th century_a corner or small recessed area, esp. in a room.
dishonor_3_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French ,  -- 13th century_loss of honor or reputation.
healthy_2_adjective_unknown_being free from illness; sound.
pellucid_3_a._Latin , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ clear; transparent. 
judge_1_noun_English , from Old French , from Latin , , ,  -- 13th century_a legally trained public official who is authorized to preside over and decide cases brought before a court; magistrate.
supernal_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ heavenly.
bovine_2_a._Late Latin , from Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to cattle; apathetic; stupid. 
rebus_2_n._From Latin , ablative pl. of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ picture puzzle representing word.
sanative_3_a._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ healing. 
web_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old English; akin to Old Norse , Old English  -- before 12th century_a thin and fragile structure spun by spiders and the larvae of certain insects.
sensual_3_adjective_English, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_of or concerning that which is pleasing to the senses, as of touch or taste.
pterodactyl_4_n._New Latin ,    : Greek ,  ; see   + Greek ,  ._ extinct featherless flying reptile. 
oversight_3_noun_unknown_a lapse of attention.
fatal_2_adjective_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_causing or having the potential to cause death.
blizzard_2_noun_ -- 1870_a heavy and widespread snowstorm of lengthy duration.
separate_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb, adjective_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to put or keep apart; disunite; part.
asperate_3_a._Latin  , from ,  ._ rather rough; 
fundus_2_n._Latin,  ._ base of an organ or part furthest from its opening.
halfhearted_3_adjective_unknown_accomplished with or showing little interest or enthusiasm.
ordain_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin, ,  -- 14th century_to proclaim or authorize (a person) to be a Christian priest or minister, or a rabbi, esp. by a formal ceremony.
circuitous_4_adjective_from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 1664_having or taking a long and winding course or procedure; roundabout; indirect.
whip_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , akin to Middle Dutch , Old English  -- 14th century_to strike or beat with quick, repeated strokes with a long slender strap, rod, or the like; lash.
demit_2_v.t._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ relinquish, abdicate. 
leisurely_3_adjective_unknown_unhurried; slow.
short_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old Norse  -- before 12th century_of little length; not long.
aurous_2_a._Latin ,   +  ._ pertaining to, containing, or made of gold.
stroboscope_3_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ instrument for studying periodic motion by illuminating object with flashes at same frequency as that of its motion. 
anaglyph_3_n._From Late Latin ,  , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ ornament in bas relief; stereoscopic pictures in complementary colours viewed through glasses, etc., of same colours, one to each eye. 
manciple_3_n._Middle English , from Old French ,  , variant of , from Latin ,  , from  ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ college or monastery steward.
repute_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_reputation.
popple_2_v.i._Middle English (perhaps from Old English ), from Latin ._ (of water) bubble, toss, heave; flow tumbling over rocks.
clause_1_noun_English, from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 13th century_in grammar, a sequence of words having a subject and a verb and forming one part of a compound or complex sentence, or all of a simple sentence.
audile_2_n._From Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ person whose mental processes are stimulated more strongly by hearing than by other senses; 
cristate_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ bearing crest. 
regimen_3_n._Middle English, from Latin. See  ._ system, especially of diet or way of life. 
character_3_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin , from Greek , , from akin to Lithuanian  -- 14th century_the distinguishing qualities and attributes of a person, place, or thing.
adorable_4_adjective_unknown_deserving of being loved or admired; lovable.
cohesion_3_n._From Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ force uniting parts; interdependence. 
peroneal_4_a._From Greek ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to fibula.
amiable_4_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin ; akin to Latin  -- 14th century_characterized by or showing a friendly disposition; free of ill will; congenial.
mandarin_3_n._From Spanish , from Portuguese , from Malay , from Sanskrit  ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ higher public official of Chinese empire; chief dialect of China; small Chinese orange. 
avocation_4_n._Latin  ,  , from , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ hobby; vocation. 
teledu_3_n._Malay ._ Javanese skunk.
attachment_3_noun_unknown_the act or process of attaching.
commissar_3_n._Russian , from German ,  , from Medieval Latin ,  . See  ._ former title of a chief of a Soviet government department. 
scatter_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English  -- 14th century_to cause to separate in all directions; disperse.
beadle_2_n._Middle English ,   (from Old English ), and from Old French (from Medieval Latin , from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots)._ officer of parish, church, court, etc., for keeping order; mace-bearer. 
bite_1_transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- before 12th century_to cut or pierce with the teeth.
vaginismus_4_n._New Latin  :   + Latin ,  ._ painful contraction of the vagina.
spatchcock_2_n._Perhaps alteration of ,  ._ roughly prepared and cooked fowl; 
isosceles_4_a._Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ having two sides equal.
prescribe_2_v.t._Middle English , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ ordain; direct; order; confine; outlaw. 
diacritic_4_n._Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ mark distinguishing sound of letter. 
apical_3_a._From Latin  ,  ._ at the summit or tip; 
respectable_4_adjective_unknown_displaying good breeding, manners, or character.
mentor_2_n._French ,  , from Latin , from Greek. See   in Indo-European Roots._ adviser; teacher. 
modal_2_a._Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or having form rather than substance. 
patella_3_n._Latin, diminutive of ,  . See  ._ kneecap. 
unstable_3_adjective_unknown_likely to change suddenly; fluctuating.
kudos_2_n._Greek ,  ._ glory; fame; reward.
convivial_4_adjective_Latin , from Latin ,  -- circa 1668_enjoying feasting, drinking, and socializing; sociable.
beatific_4_adjective_, , ; from akin to Latin  -- 1649_characterized by or exhibiting great contentment, peace, or joy; blissful.
hypothesis_4_noun_, ,  -- circa 1656_a proposed explanation that accounts for observed phenomena or known facts, and that can be used to guide further investigation; theory.
minium_3_n._Latin._ vermilion; red lead.
diplomatic_4_adjective_, from New Latin , from Latin , from French , from New Latin  -- 1711_of or pertaining to diplomacy.
civil_2_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_of or concerning citizens or the general population.
tradition_3_noun_English , from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the handing down of a culture's beliefs, customs, and mores from one generation to the next.
belt_1_noun_English, from Old English; akin to Old High German ; from Latin  -- before 12th century_a strip of cloth, leather, or other material worn around the waist.
trifid_2_a._Latin  : ,   +  ,  ._ divided into three parts.
synizesis_4_n._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ contraction of two syllables by combining pronunciation of successive vowels.
gavel_2_n._Middle English, from Old English . See in Indo-European Roots._ hammer used by auctioneer or chairman; rent; tribute.
opuscule_3_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  . See  ._ minor composition or work. 
oakum_2_n._Middle English , from Old English . See in Indo-European Roots._ fibre of old untwisted ropes.
kermes_2_n._French , short for , from Arabic ,  , probably from Sanskrit ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ red cochineal-like dye made from dried bodies of certain female insects of Mediterranean; evergreen oak on which these insects feed.
periodical_5_noun, adjective_unknown_a publication composed of issues that appear at regular intervals.
narcotic_3_adjective, noun_English , from Middle French , , from Medieval Latin , from Greek , ,  -- 14th century_capable of causing drowsiness, loss of consciousness, or numbness.
shaddock_2_n._After Captain , 17th-century English ship commander._ grapefruit-like tree and fruit.
endeavor_3_intransitive verb, noun_English ,  -- 15th century_to make an earnest effort; strive.
intention_3_noun_unknown_a decided course of action; plan.
algorism_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Medieval Latin ,  ._ art of calculating, especially in Arabic numeration; arithmetic. 
exotropia_5_n._New Latin  :   + Greek ,  ; see  ._ outward squint.
elixir_3_n._Middle English,  , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Arabic  : ,   + ,   (probably from Greek ,  , from ,  )._ highly purified spirit; substance thought to confer immortality or cure all diseases, or to transmute base metal into gold.
totem_2_n._Ojibwa ,  ._ animal or plant adopted as ancestor by savage tribe, and held in great veneration. 
kakistocracy_5_n._Greek ,  , superlative of ,  ; see   +  ._ government by worst people.
necessitous_4_a._French , from Old French,  , from ,  . See  ._ needy; destitute.
huddle_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_from akin to Middle English  -- 1579_to gather in a small, close group.
hand_1_noun_English, from Old English; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_the part on the end of the human arm, used for grasping or holding.
sink_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to fall or drop slowly to another level.
garniture_3_n._French, from Old French, from ,  . See  ._ embellishment, ornamentation.
intrinsic_3_adjective_French , from Late Latin , from Latin, akin to Latin  -- 1642_being essential to or of the nature of a thing; inherent.
posterity_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ later generation(s); one's descendants.
motmot_2_n._New Latin ,  ._ jay-like S American bird.
serried_2_a._Past participle of obsolete ,  , from French , past participle of ,  . See   ._ densely-packed; in close formation.
inert_2_a._Latin   : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ not capable of motion or action; inactive, especially chemically.
pinaster_3_n._Latin,  , from ,  . See   ._ cluster pine.
pursue_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Anglo-French , from Old French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_to follow in an effort to reach or catch; chase.
truthful_2_adjective_unknown_tending to adhere to the truth; habitually honest.
mighty_2_adjective_unknown_having or displaying great power, strength, or ability.
humiliation_5_noun_Latin , from Latin  -- circa 1534_the act of humiliating.
brogan_2_n._Irish Gaelic , diminutive of ,  . See   ._ coarse, strong shoe; brogue.
spatula_3_n._Latin,  , diminutive of ,  . See  ._ broad thin flexible knife. 
allocate_3_transitive verb_Latin , from Latin ,  -- circa 1641_to set aside (money or other resources) for some specific use.
bid_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_from Middle English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit ; from Middle English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Greek , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_to say to.
stochastic_3_a._Greek , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to random variables in statistics and their interrelations with the laws of probability.
activity_4_noun_unknown_the state of being active; motion or process.
faction_2_noun_French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 1509_a group or party within, and often at odds with, a larger organization.
triage_2_n._French, from ,  , from Old French._ sorting into order of urgency, as with battlefield casualties.
subordinate_4_adjective_English , from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_lower in rank or importance; inferior or secondary.
cater_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_, from Middle English , from Anglo-French, from Old North French  -- 1600_to supply food, service, or entertainment.
better_2_adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Old English , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_comp. of good.
wither_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English ; akin to Middle English  -- 14th century_to dry up, shrivel, or wilt, as from decay or lack of moisture.
anise_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek ._ Egyptian plant yielding aniseed. 
choleric_3_adjective_unknown_having a quick temper; easily angered.
fictile_2_a._Latin ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to pottery; moulded; able to be moulded into shape or new shape. 
spinnaker_3_n._Perhaps ultimately from ,  , or ,   (variant of Scots ,  . See  )._ large triangular sail on side opposite mainsail.
transpire_2_v.i.,v.t._French , from Medieval Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ._ exhale; give off or escape as vapour; become known; happen. 
mahout_2_n._Hindi , from Sanskrit ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   (from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ driver of elephant.
punctilio_4_n._Obsolete Italian , from Spanish , diminutive of ,  , from Latin , from neuter past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ small point or detail of conduct; close observance of such points. 
displace_2_transitive verb_from Middle French ,  -- 1553_to force out of a homeland or established place.
icteric_3_a._Latin , from Greek , from ,  ._ pertaining to jaundice; 
difference_3_noun_unknown_the condition of differing; unlikeness.
alloy_2_noun_, from Old French , , from Latin  -- 1604_a combined form of two or more metals, or of a metal with a nonmetal, sometimes using an inferior ingredient with a more costly one.
peri_2_n._Greek, from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ fairy, especially excluded from paradise; beautiful woman.
hound_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_a member of any of various breeds of hunting dogs, esp. one that has short hair, a deep voice, and long, drooping ears.
lotic_2_a._From Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or living in fast-flowing water.
logistics_3_n._French , from ,   (perhaps influenced by ,  ), from Medieval Latin ,  . See  ._ billeting, supply and transport of troops; organisational aspects of any complex operation.
amphibole_3_n._French, from Late Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ rock-forming silicate similar to asbestos and hornblende.
spoondrift_2_n._Obsolete ,   +  ._ spindrift.
lacerate_3_v.t._Middle English , from Latin  , from ,  ._ tear; mangle; wound. 
marvel_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_a thing, person, or event that causes awe, admiration, or amazement.
champaign_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin . See  ._ plain; any level expanse.
prosody_3_n._Middle English , from Latin ,  , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ study or art of versifying, especially of metre, rhyme and stanza-form; method of versifying. 
versicle_3_n._Middle English, from Latin , diminutive of ,  . See   ._ short verse;
liaise_2_v.i._Back-formation from  ._ establish and maintain contact; co-operate. 
sibling_2_n._Middle English, from Old English, from ,  . See  ._ one of several children of the same parents; brother or sister.
ladylike_3_adjective_unknown_like, characteristic of, or befitting a lady; cultivated; refined; well-bred.
ligule_2_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ thin outgrowth at junction of leaf and leafstalk. 
sclera_2_n._New Latin, from Greek, feminine of ,  ._ dense white coat of eyeball. 
convey_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to carry from one place or person to another.
baffle_2_transitive verb, noun_Middle English ,  -- circa 1590_to bewilder; confuse.
plexus_2_n._New Latin, from Latin,  , from past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ network. 
caliph_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ ruler of Islam. 
surcease_2_v.i.,v.t._Middle English , variant (influenced by ,  ), of from Anglo-Norman , from Old French  ,  , from Latin . See  ._ cease; stop; 
lopsided_3_adjective_unknown_having one side or aspect that differs from the other in weight, size, or the like; unsymmetrical.
arabesque_3_a.,n._French, from Italian ,  , from ,  , from Latin , from . See  ._ (decoration) having intertwined scrollwork patterns, especially of leaves, flowers, etc.
numismatic_4_a._French , from Late Latin  ,  , variant of Latin , from Greek,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to coins. 
pyriform_3_a._Medieval Latin ,   (alteration of Latin ) +  ._ pearshaped.
pineal_3_a._French , from Latin ,  , from feminine of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or like a pine cone. 
rococo_3_a.,n._French, probably alteration of ,  , from ,  , variant of , from Vulgar Latin * ._ (pertaining to or like) 18th-cent. style of ornamentation with florid, unsymmetrical curves and shell-work; showy; fantastic.
volition_3_noun_, from Medieval Latin , from Latin , Latin ,  -- 1615_the act of willing, deciding, or choosing.
scent_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English ,  -- 14th century_a characteristic odor, esp. a pleasant one.
melancholy_4_noun, adjective_English , from Middle French , from Late Latin , from Greek,  -- 14th century_a sad, gloomy, or depressed state or quality.
centesimal_4_a._From Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ counting or counted by hundredths. 
canzone_3_n._Italian, from Latin  ,  , from , past particple of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ song; lyric; song-like instrumental piece. 
ossifrage_3_n._Latin , from ,    :  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ lammergeier; osprey.
dependency_7_noun_unknown_the condition of being dependent.
prandial_3_a._From Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or at dinner.
castigate_3_v.t._Latin  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ punish; reprove; criticize severely. 
emphatic_3_adjective_,  -- circa 1708_expressed, performed, or uttered with emphasis.
minuscule_3_n._French, from Latin ,  , diminutive of neuter of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ small simple handwriting, especially of ancient times; such letter; lower-case letter; 
stifle_2_n._Middle English , alteration (influenced by Old Norse ,  ), of ,   from Old French ,  ._ joint above hock of horse, equivalent of human knee.
spontoon_2_n._French , from Italian  : ,  ; see   + ,  , augmentative of ,   (from Latin , from neuter past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ short pike carried by 18th-century infantry officer.
calipee_3_n._Possibly alteration of  ._ yellowish, glutinous flesh next to a turtle's lower shell.
syntagma_3_n._New Latin, from French , from Greek  ,  , from  ,  . See  ._ a systematic collection.
sequester_3_v.t._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin ,  , from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ set apart; seclude. 
armoire_2_n._French , from Old French , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ cupboard; wardrobe.
dominie_3_n._Obsolete ,  , from Latin, vocative of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ school master; 
monotreme_3_n._From New Latin ,    :   + Greek  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ primitive Australian egg-laying mammal, 
desiderate_4_v.t._Latin  ,  . See  ._ desire strongly; regard as lacking. 
licentious_3_a._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ sexually immoral; unrestrained.
lambaste_2_transitive verb_ -- 1637_(informal) 1. to beat or thrash soundly.
ichor_2_n._Middle English , from Late Latin , from Greek ._ watery fluid discharged from wound; fluid supposed to fill veins of Greek and Latin gods. 
perimeter_4_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see   ._ outer boundary, and its length. 
retribution_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  , from , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ just punishment or reward; requital. 
calling_2_noun_English, from Old Norse ; akin to Old English , Old High German , Old Church Slavonic  -- before 12th century_vocation, occupation, or career, esp. considered as inspired or inevitable.
sidereal_4_a._From Latin , from  ,  ._ pertaining or according to stars; measured by stellar motion. 
phratry_2_n._Greek , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ clan; tribe. 
prowess_2_noun_English , from Old French ,  -- 13th century_great skill or talent; superior ability.
dewlap_2_n._Middle English  : ,   (akin to Danish and Norwegian , in Danish and Norwegian ,  ) + ,  ; see   ._ loose skin hanging at throat.
quadrate_2_v.i.,v.t._Middle English ,  , from Latin , from neuter past participle of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ square; agree; make to agree; 
accolade_3_n._French,  , from ,  , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin *  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ award or honour, praise; ceremony of knighting; 
renitent_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ._ resisting; refactory. 
annular_3_a._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to, forming or having shape of a ring. 
sorites_3_n._Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ series of syllogisms following one from another, with the first and last closely linked; collection of facts, things, etc. 
caution_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1596_attentiveness and prudence; wariness.
evection_3_n._Latin  ,  , from , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ alteration in moon's orbit caused by solar attraction. 
tallith_2_n._Mishnaic Hebrew ,  , from Hebrew ,  , from Aramaic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ Jewish prayer-shawl.
absolve_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to free from consequences, blame, or guilt.
admissible_4_adjective_, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- circa 1611_capable or deserving of being admitted or conceded; allowable, esp. in a legal sense.
petition_3_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_a formal request that is usu. written, often signed by many people, and addressed to an authority that is empowered to grant some right or benefit.
proem_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see    + ,  ._ preface. 
brutality_4_noun_unknown_the condition or quality of being brutal or very cruel.
bathe_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_to give a bath to; wash.
herculean_4_adjective_unknown_(usu. l.c.) having or requiring enormous strength, size, or courage.
sputum_2_n._Latin , from neuter past participle of ,  ._ saliva or mucus spat out. 
tasteless_2_adjective_unknown_having little or no taste or flavor; insipid.
shebeen_2_n._Irish Gaelic ,  , diminutive of ,  ._ unlicensed liquor-selling place.
member_2_noun_English , from Old French, from Latin ; akin to Gothic , Greek  -- 14th century_one of the parts of or individuals in a particular group, organization, or category.
mordent_2_n._German, from Italian , from ,  , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ musical device of alternating quickly a tone with another a half-tone lower.
saccate_2_a._Latin ,  ; see    +   ._ sac-like.
seisin_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from ,  . See  ._ freehold possession of land.
soma_2_n._New Latin , from Greek,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ E Indian vine with milky juice; ancient Indian drink made from it; 
baccate_2_a._From Latin ,  ._ pulpy; like a berry; bearing berries.
association_5_noun_unknown_a group of people joined together for a common purpose or by a mutual interest.
pungent_2_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ having sharp, bitter flavour or acid smell; incisive, caustic (of wit etc.);
malapropos_4_a.,adv._French  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ not apropos; inopportune(ly); 
aardvark_2_n._Obsolete Afrikaans  : ,   (from Middle Dutch . See   in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Middle Dutch . See in Indo-European Roots)._ long-snouted, ant-eating, burrowing mammal of S Africa.
assailant_3_noun_English, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , Latin ,  -- 13th century_a person who attacks another with intent to injure physically, socially, or emotionally.
anonym_3_n._French , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ anonymous person; pseudonym. 
livid_2_adjective_, from Latin , ; from akin to Welsh Russian  -- 1622_dark grayish or purplish blue, as from a bruise; black-and-blue.
arbitrament_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from ,  . See  ._ judicial decision; power to make decision.
sigil_2_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ seal; image. 
melic_2_a._Greek , from ,  ._ pertaining to song; lyric; 
juxtapose_3_v.t._French  : Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + French ,   (from Old French. See   )._ place side by side or next to. 
opiate_3_a.,n._Middle English, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ (drug or thing) inducing sleep or soothing pain; 
vilayet_3_n._Turkish , from Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ Turkish province.
sapajou_3_n._French,  ._ capuchin or spider monkey.
ullage_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from ,  , from ,  , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ lack; deficiency; amount by which a quantity, especially of liquor, is short of full measure; dregs. 
cannel_2_n._Perhaps short for , dialectal variant of ( )._ kind of fine, brightly burning coal.
trebuchet_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from ,    : ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   ( )._ large sling-like medieval engine for hurling stones.
trepang_2_n._Malay ._ sea cucumber.
outlay_2_noun, transitive verb_unknown_the spending of money, or an amount spent.
main_1_adjective, noun_, from Middle English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English ;  -- before 12th century_most important; chief; primary.
pelargonium_5_n._New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ geranium.
prone_1_adjective, adverb_English, from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 14th century_inclined or disposed; tending (usu. fol. by to).
cenacle_3_n._French , from Old French ,  , from Latin ,  , from ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots. Sense 2 Middle English, from Old French, from Latin ._ dining-room, especially room in which the Last Supper was held.
incisive_3_adjective_unknown_cutting.
activate_3_transitive verb_unknown_to initiate action in; make active.
summation_3_n._New Latin  , from Late Latin , past participle of ,  , from Latin ,  . See   ._ total; addition; summing up. 
nutria_3_n._Spanish, from Vulgar Latin * , variant of Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots._ coypu; its fur; browny-grey colour.
snappish_2_adjective_unknown_apt to speak impatiently or sharply; irritable.
strong_1_adjective, adverb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- before 12th century_having or showing great physical power or strength.
melton_2_n._After Mowbray, an urban district of central England._ short-napped woollen tailoring material. 
mantid_2_n._From New Latin ,  , from ,  , from Greek ,  . See  ._ (pertaining to) mantis.
millesimal_4_a._From Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ (pertaining to) thousandth part.
benevolence_4_noun_unknown_the inclination to act to the benefit of others; good will.
translucent_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ shining through; permitting the passage of light but not transparent. 
tout_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English ; akin to Old English , Norwegian  -- circa 1700_to solicit aggressively or persistently; importune.
agnosia_3_n._Greek ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ loss of ability to recognize familiar things or people.
ebullient_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ boiling; effervescent; exhilarated. 
bethel_2_n._Hebrew ,    : ,  ; see in Semitic Roots + ,  ; see in Semitic Roots._ sacred place; nonconformist chapel.
practice_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , , from Late Latin , from Greek ,  -- 14th century_an activity that is habitual or customary.
end_1_noun_English , from Old English; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_either extreme point of anything that has length.
description_3_noun_English , from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the act of describing.
concerted_3_adjective_French , from Old Italian , , from Latin  -- 1694_designed or devised by consensus or agreement.
drama_2_noun_Latin , from Greek, ,  -- 1515_a theatrical work; play.
inconsistent_4_adjective_unknown_not following a regular pattern; variable.
uphold_2_transitive verb_unknown_to support or affirm, esp. in the face of a challenge.
appurtenance_4_n._Middle English , from Anglo-Norman , from Vulgar Latin * , from Late Latin  present participle of ,  . See  ._ belonging; appendage; subsidiary right; 
blazon_2_n._Probably from Middle English ,  , from Old French ._ coat of arms; banner, etc., bearing heraldic device; 
conflict_2_intransitive verb, noun_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to be in strong opposition or disagreement; differ.
tanager_3_n._New Latin , alteration of Portuguese , from Tupi ._ finch-like American bird.
belly_2_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English , akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_the front or underpart of mammals that contains the stomach and intestines.
appellate_3_a._Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ applied to person, court, etc., having power to reverse decision of inferior.
babul_2_n._Persian ._ gum-arabic tree of E Indies and Arabia.
discontented_4_adjective_unknown_dissatisfied or restlessly unhappy; not contented.
hateful_2_adjective_unknown_evoking or causing hatred.
prospect_2_noun_English, from Latin , , ,  -- 15th century_foreseeable possibility; expectation.
dyslexia_4_n._New Latin  :   + Greek ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ word-blindness; inability to associate letter symbols with sounds.
overhead_3_adverb, adjective, noun_unknown_at any height directly or generally above the head.
conversant_3_a._Middle English ,  , from Old French , present participle of ,  , from Latin . See   ._ closely acquainted; having deep knowledge. 
cygnet_2_n._Middle English , from Anglo-Norman, diminutive of Old French ,  , from Latin , from Greek ._ young swan. 
sectile_2_a._Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ capable of being cut, especially cleanly; cut into small divisions. 
manner_2_noun_English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin,  -- 12th century_way of doing; style.
warble_2_n._Middle English , from Old North French ,  ._ small tumour of horse, especially under saddle, or caused by warble fly. 
rendition_3_n._Obsolete French, from Old French ,  . See  ._ surrender; (manner of or item in) performance; interpretation.
massif_2_n._French,  , from Old French. See  ._ main mountain group or region.
address_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin  -- 14th century_a formal speech, lecture, or other communication.
bustard_2_n._Middle English, from blend of Old French , and Old French both from Latin  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + , feminine of  ._ large crane-like bird of Europe; 
tuber_2_n._Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ fleshy underground stem, as potato. 
deictic_2_a._Greek , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ directly proving or demonstrating; 
tercet_2_n._French, from Italian , from diminutive of ,  , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ set of three rhyming verse-lines.
disloyal_3_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 15th century_unfaithful to one's duty or allegiance.
gamma_2_n._Middle English, from Greek,  . See   in Semitic Roots._ third letter of Greek alphabet. 
downfall_2_noun_unknown_a drastic decline in status, wealth, or the like; ruin.
hyperbole_4_n._Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ extravagant rhetorical exaggeration. 
mattock_2_n._Middle English, from Old English , perhaps from Vulgar Latin * ,   akin to . See   ._ pick-like digging tool.
trial_2_noun, adjective_,  -- 15th century_in law, an examination of evidence presented to a judicial tribunal, usu. in order to determine a person's guilt or innocence.
consensus_3_n._Latin ; see  , from past participle of ,  . See  ._ harmony; agreement; unanimity; general trend. 
salic_2_a._French , from Medieval Latin , from Late Latin ,  ._ Frankish. 
bowline_2_n._Middle English , probably from Middle Danish , or Middle Low German both from Middle Low German  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   (from Latin . See   )._ rope steadying upright edge of sail; knot securing this to sail. 
perigee_3_n._French , from Medieval Latin , from Late Greek  : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ._ point in orbit nearest earth. 
paillasse_2_n._French, from Old French, from ,  , from Late Latin , from Latin,  ._ palliasse.
deface_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Old French, ,  -- 14th century_to damage or deform the surface or appearance of; disfigure.
mistrust_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_lack of confidence or trust; doubt.
apomict_3_n._Back-formation from ,    :   + Greek ,   (from  ,  . See  )._ organism reproducing by, or formed by, apomixis.
perspicacious_4_a._From Latin  , from ,  . See  ._ clear-sighted; having discernment. 
bibulous_3_a._From Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ fond of drink; drunken; sponge-like. 
bunch_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English  -- 14th century_a collection of attached similar things.
parvenu_3_n._French, from past participle of ,  , from Latin  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ vulgar newly-rich person; upstart.
qualified_3_adjective_unknown_having the required competency, qualities, or skills, esp. for a job.
timbre_2_n._French, from Old French,  , probably from Medieval Greek * ,  , from Greek ,  ._ distinctive quality of a sound.
petard_2_n._French , from Old French, from ,  , from ,  , from Latin , from neuter past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ bomb attached to, and for bursting open, gates, etc. 
wimple_2_n._Middle English , from Old English. See in Indo-European Roots._ women's head covering worn round neck and chin, as by nuns.
lexicon_3_n._Medieval Latin, from Greek ,  , from neuter of ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ dictionary; vocabulary of a language, individual or group. 
place_1_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin , from Greek , , from akin to Sanskrit , Latin  -- 13th century_a certain area of space, such as that occupied by something.
notice_2_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_warning, news, or indication of something, esp. in written or printed form.
forfeit_2_noun, transitive verb, adjective_English , from Middle French, , from Latin , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a penalty levied for neglect, misdeeds, or other failure to act as required by law, contract, or rules.
anthelion_4_n._Greek , from neuter of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ kind of solar halo opposite sun; antisun.
banderilla_4_n._Spanish, diminutive of ,  , from Vulgar Latin * . See  ._ dart stuck into bull at bull-fight. 
alumina_4_n._New Latin , from Latin  ,  ._ oxide of aluminium.
decalcomania_6_n._French , from ,   ( ,   from Latin ; see   + ,  ; see  ) + ,   (from Late Latin ,  . See  )._ art of transferring a design from paper to another surface; transfer.
fellowship_3_noun_unknown_the condition of being fellows.
rubeola_4_n._From Latin, neuter pl. diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ measles. 
colchicum_3_n._Latin,  , from Greek ,  , after , Colchis._ meadow saffron; autumn crocus. 
scallion_2_n._Middle English , from Anglo-Norman , from Vulgar Latin * , alteration of Latin ,  , feminine of ,  , from   ,  , from Hebrew . See in Semitic Roots._ shallot; leek.
invade_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to enter as an enemy, by force, in order to conquer or plunder.
robust_2_adjective_, ,  -- 1549_strong, healthy, and energetic.
neurotic_3_adjective, noun_unknown_of or involving a neurosis.
boracic_3_a._From Medieval Latin  ,  . See   ._ pertaining to or derived from borax. 
accolade_3_noun_, , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 1623_an expression or mark of approval; honor; award.
musty_2_adjective_unknown_smelling or tasting of mold.
estaminet_4_n._French, probably from Walloon ,  , probably from ,  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ small cafe.
annihilate_4_v.t._Late Latin   : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ totally destroy; reduce to nothing. 
freedom_2_noun_unknown_liberty from imprisonment or enslavement.
eliminate_4_transitive verb_, ,  -- 1568_to dispose of, remove, or destroy.
penult_2_n._Short for , from Latin , feminine of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ last but one, especially such syllable. 
discomfit_3_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,   (from Latin ,  . See  )._ confuse, embarrass; thwart; defeat in battle.
hiatus_3_n._Latin , from past participle of ,  ._ gap; pause, especially between vowels.
macaronic_4_a._New Latin , from Italian ,  , after , title of a work containing such verse by Tifi Odasi, 15th-century Italian author, from ,  ._ mixing words from different languages, especially Latin with vernacular or Latinized vernacular words; 
weasand_2_n._Middle English , perhaps from Old English * , variant of ._ throat; gullet; wind-pipe.
pretzel_2_n._German , from Middle High German , from Old High German , from Medieval Latin * , diminutive of Latin ,  , from ,  , from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ a dry, salted biscuit of figure-8 or similar shape.
overflow_3_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_unknown_to flow over the top edge of a containing channel or receptacle.
libel_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_in law, written or printed matter that is false, damages a person's reputation or material well-being, and arises from malice or extreme negligence. (See slander.)
housing_2_noun_unknown_a shelter or dwelling; lodging.
riparian_4_a._From Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to or on river bank or lake shore; 
triturate_3_v.t._Late Latin  ,  , from Latin ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ rub; bruise; grind to powder. 
circumfuse_3_v.t._Latin   : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ surround with liquid; pour round. 
daring_2_noun, adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Greek  -- before 12th century_willingness to take risks; boldness.
rasorial_4_a._From Late Latin ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ scratching ground for food; pertaining to domestic fowls.
ambulatory_5_adjective, noun_unknown_able to walk about.
crucifer_3_n._Late Latin  : Latin  ,   + Latin ,  ._ person bearing cross; cruciferous plant. 
target_2_noun_English, from Middle French , Germanic ; akin to Old Norse  -- 15th century_an object or mark at which missiles, such as bullets, arrows, or bombs, are fired or directed.
breviary_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  , from ,  . See  ._ short prayer-book of Roman Catholic Church.
giddy_2_adjective_English , from Old English , akin to Old English  -- 14th century_light-headed or dizzy.
antemeridian_6_a._Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ in the morning.
velocipede_4_n._French  : Latin  ,  ; see   + Latin  ,  ; see  ._ old-fashioned bicycle. 
epistolary_5_a._From Latin , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to letters. 
cuneiform_4_a._Latin ,   +  ._ wedge-shaped; applied to such ancient alphabet and inscriptions. 
uitlander_3_n._Afrikaans, from Middle Dutch , from ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ 'foreigner'; British resident in former Boer state.
plagiarism_3_n._From  ._ copying another's words, ideas, etc., and publishing them as one's own. 
artery_3_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ vessel conveying blood from the heart; main channel. 
prosperous_3_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Latin  -- 15th century_having wealth, success, or good fortune.
kino_2_n._New Latin,  ; akin to Mandingo ._ red gum containing tannin, obtained from several tropical trees.
staid_1_adjective_ -- 1557_formal, solemn, and reserved in character.
fleeting_2_adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_passing or disappearing quickly; transient; ephemeral.
game_1_noun, adjective, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_something done for amusement; diversion; pastime.
mantra_2_n._Sanskrit . See   in Indo-European Roots._ sacred word or syllable.
galilee_3_n._Middle English , from Old North French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  ._ church porch, or chapel at entrance.
plebeian_3_a.,n._From Latin , from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ (person) of common people or lower classes; vulgar. 
plan_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_, from Latin , ; from French , from Late Latin ,  -- 1706_an intended action; aim.
symbiosis_4_n._Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ living together of two organisms of different kinds, especially to their mutual benefit. 
pycnometer_4_n._Greek ,   +  ._ kind of bottle for measuring specific gravities or densities. 
blind_1_adjective, transitive verb, noun, adverb_English, from Old English; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_lacking the ability to see; sightless.
mysophobia_5_n._Greek ,   +  ._ dread of dirt. 
avenue_3_noun_French, , from Latin  -- 1600_a street, esp. a wide one.
invective_3_noun, adjective_English , from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_strongly abusive or denunciatory speech or language.
exchange_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Middle French , , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to give or receive (one thing) for another; trade; swap.
praise_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 13th century_a verbal expression of admiration, approval, or respect; commendation.
cachalot_3_n._French, from Spanish, or Portuguese , augmentative of ,  ._ sperm whale.
mandamus_3_n._Latin ,  , first person pl. present tense of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ 'we command'; 
lues_2_n._New Latin , from Latin,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ syphilis; any similar disease. 
eclogue_2_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,  . See  ._ pastoral poem.
atmometer_4_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ instrument measuring rate of evaporation into atmosphere. 
interior_4_adjective, noun_French Latin; Middle French, from Latin, Old Latin , akin to Latin  -- 15th century_being inside or within.
limbate_2_a._Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  ._ having border, especially 
milliard_2_n._French, from Old French , from ,  . See  ._ one thousand millions.
cenobite_3_n._Middle English, from Late Latin , from ,  , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ member of religious community; monk. 
ignoble_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin , from Old Latin  -- 15th century_of low or dishonorable character; contemptible.
diachronic_4_a._From   + Greek ,  ._ pertaining to the development of phenomena through time. 
cataclysm_3_noun_, from Latin , from Greek , ,  -- 1637_a violent natural event, esp. an upheaval causing a sudden change in the earth's crust, or a great flood.
seriatim_4_adv._Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ in series; point by point.
breach_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_the act, condition, or result of breaking.
shako_2_n._French , from Hungarian , from ,  , from ,  , perhaps from Middle High German ,  ._ soldier's high crowned peaked cap.
apposition_4_n._Middle English , from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ juxtaposition; 
clue_1_noun, transitive verb_ -- 1596_something that gives direction or help in solving a puzzle, problem, or mystery.
gala_2_adjective, noun_, from Middle French ,  -- 1777_suited to a festive celebration.
captain_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Late Latin , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a leader.
intransigent_4_a.,n._French , from Spanish  : ,   (from Latin. See   ) + , present participle of ,   (from Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ uncompromising (person); radical. 
protagonist_4_n._Greek  : ,   + ,   (from ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ principal character in play, etc.; supporter; contender.
natant_2_a._Latin  present participle of frequentative of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ swimming or floating.
landscape_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1598_a stretch of scenery, usu. rural, that is visible from one viewpoint.
patent_2_noun, adjective, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a government grant to an inventor, giving for a specified period the exclusive right to make, use, or sell an invented device, process, or the like.
peremptory_4_a._Latin , from , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ commanding; allowing no denial, refusal, or delay; arrogant.
sorghum_2_n._New Latin ,  , from Italian ,  , probably from Medieval Latin , perhaps variant of Vulgar Latin * , from neuter of Latin ,  , from    ._ kind of tropical forage grass, yielding syrup. 
fusuma_3_n._Japanese._ sliding paper screen separating rooms in Japanese house.
tropology_4_n._Late Latin , from Late Greek  : Greek ,  ; see   + Greek ,  ._ figurative style of writing; interpretation of Bible stressing figurative nature of language. 
smell_1_transitive verb_English  -- 12th century_to perceive the odor of by means of the nose.
storm_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Old English; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_a turbulent condition of the atmosphere, usu. accompanied by rain, snow, thunder, or lightning.
think_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- before 12th century_to use the power of the mind.
plumbago_3_n._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ graphite; 
cohere_2_v.i._Latin  : ,   + ,  ._ adhere together; be united or consistent. 
phreatic_3_a._From Greek  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to wells and subterranean water.
note_1_noun_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_a brief written record or reminder.
table_2_noun_English, from Old English Old French ; from Latin ,  -- before 12th century_an article of furniture, usu. with a flat, horizontal top and supported by one or more vertical legs.
actin_2_n._From Greek  ,  ._ a protein found in most cells, especially in muscle. 
tacit_2_a._Latin ,  , past participle of ,  ._ silent; unspoken; merely implied. 
laurel_2_noun_English , from Old French , , from Latin  -- 14th century_any of various evergreen trees or shrubs of the Mediterranean area, now cultivated in America, that have large, shiny, aromatic leaves and bear yellow flowers.
autocratic_4_adjective_unknown_pertaining to or having the powers of an autocrat; absolute.
concrete_2_v.i._Middle English , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ solidify; coalesce. 
colophon_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ device, especially printer's or publisher's emblem, on book; statement at end of book of printer's name and other particulars of publication.
aestival_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from , from ,  ._ of summer. 
syntax_2_n._French , from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   +  ,  ._ sentence-construction; systematic arrangement. 
orris_2_n._Probably alteration of Middle English , from Medieval Latin, alteration of Latin . See  ._ kind of iris, and its rootstock used in perfumery, medicine, etc.
tenable_3_adjective_French, from Old French, , from Latin  -- 1579_able to be upheld, affirmed, supported, or defended; logical.
esteem_2_transitive verb, noun_unknown_to have a high opinion of; respect; honor.
blood_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_the red fluid containing oxygen and nutriments that circulates in the vascular system of vertebrates.
bivouac_3_n._French, from German dialectal ,    : ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German. See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots)._ temporary camp without tents; 
botulism_3_n._German , from Latin ,  ._ sausage-poisoning; poisoning by any infected preserved meat. 
inveigle_3_v.t._Middle English , alteration of Old French ,  , from ,  , from Vulgar Latin *  : Latin ,  ; see    + Latin ,   (probably loan-translation of Gaulish  : ,   + ,  ); see in Indo-European Roots._ entice; persuade by flattery, guile, etc. 
solstice_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ point or time when sun is furthest from Equator. 
phalanx_2_n._Latin  , from Greek._ closely-ranked infantry formation; any such closely packed or organized body.
bayou_2_n._Louisiana French , possibly from Choctaw ._ marshy branch of river, lake or bay; slow-flowing stream.
billion_2_n._French,    : blend of ,  ; see   and  ._ a thousand millions.
uproar_2_noun_from Dutch , from Middle Dutch, from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- 1526_a loud, confused disturbance; commotion; tumult.
retrocede_3_v.i.,v.t._Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ go back or inwards; cede back. 
anabas_3_n._Greek , aorist participle of ,  . See  ._ African and Asian fish which can leave the water.
fascicle_3_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  ._ small bundle; part of book published separately; collection of written or printed sheets.
sanbenito_4_n._Spanish , after    ._ Spanish Inquisition garment resembling scapular, either yellow with red St. Andrew's crosses for penitent heretics or black and decorated with friars and devils for impenitent heretics at an auto-da-fe.
economy_4_noun_French , from Medieval Latin , from Greek , , ,  -- 15th century_the careful management of wealth, resources, and means of production.
slumgullion_3_n._Perhaps ,   + dialectal ,   (perhaps from Irish Gaelic ,  )._ meat and vegetable stew; watery soup or drink; offal.
sleek_1_adjective, transitive verb_English ,  -- 15th century_smooth or shiny.
farcy_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin ,  , from ,  ._ disease affecting lymphatic glands of horses and cattle.
commodity_4_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_something with a practical use or value.
affray_2_noun_English, from Middle French,  -- 14th century_a noisy public quarrel or fight; brawl.
lazar_2_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Late Latin ,  ._ leper; any plague-stricken person. 
lunate_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ crescent-shaped. 
salchow_2_n._After Ulrich (1877-1949), Swedish figure skater._ ice-skating leap with turns from inner backward edge of one skate to outer backward edge of other.
scalar_2_a._Latin ,  , from ,  . See   ._ like a ladder; denotable by a number. 
maladroit_3_a._French  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ awkward; gauche.
decussate_3_a._Latin  , from ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ X-shaped; 
coypu_2_n._American Spanish , from Araucanian ._ S American webbed-footed rodent, and its fur; nutria.
amenity_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  ._ attractiveness; pleasantness; 
varus_2_a._From Latin ,  ._ pigeon-toed (person or condition).
repel_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to drive away or force backwards.
contrabass_3_n.  a._Obsolete Italian  : Italian ,   (from Latin . See  ) + Italian ,   (from Medieval Latin ,  )._ (voice or instrument) one octave lower than bass; double-bass.
tetrameter_4_n._Late Latin , from Greek , from neuter of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ verse line of four feet.
sennet_2_n._Perhaps variant of  ._ fanfare, especially on Elizabethan stage.
trigonometry_5_n._New Latin  : Greek ,  ; see   + Greek ,  ._ mathematical study of triangles and measurement by deducing unknown from known sides and angles. 
kinin_2_n._Short for  ._ hormone causing contraction of smooth muscle; hormone that promotes cell division and development in plants.
byword_2_noun_unknown_a common or proverbial phrase or saying.
patina_3_n._Medieval Latin, from Latin,  . See  ._ film formed on exposed metals, etc., especially green film on copper or bronze; any such sign of mellowing or old age. 
trachoma_3_n._New Latin , from Greek , from ,  ._ chronic form of conjunctivitis. 
ubiquity_4_n._New Latin , from Latin ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ state of being everywhere. 
fusee_2_n._From French ,  , from Old French,  , from ,  , from Latin ._ large-headed match; spirally grooved spindle used as counter weight in old clocks.
myth_1_noun_ -- 1830_a story or body of stories based on tradition or legend, originating in the oral history of a preliterate society and incorporating its beliefs about the origins of the world, the causes of natural events, and the origins of the society's customs and practices.
fume_1_noun_English, from Middle French , from Latin ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit , Old Church Slavonic  -- 14th century_(often pl.) a vapor, smoke, odor, or the like, esp. one that is disagreeable or unhealthful.
low-key_2_adjective_unknown_low in aggression or intensity; mild.
tufa_2_n._Obsolete Italian , from Latin ._ porous calcareous rock deposited by springs, etc.; rock composed of fine volcanic detritus. 
defenestration_5_n._From   + Latin ,  ._ throwing of a person or thing out of window.
curtate_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ shortened; short. 
idiom_3_n._Late Latin  , from Greek, from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ language or dialect peculiar to a people, region, class, etc.; linguistic expression peculiar to itself in form, grammar, etc.; style of artistic expression characteristic of a person, period, medium etc. 
almoner_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from ,  , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ official who distributes alms; 
gabelle_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Old Italian , from Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ tax on salt.
archetype_3_n._Latin , from Greek , from neuter of ,    : ,   + ,  ._ original pattern. 
villanelle_3_n._French, from Italian , from feminine of ,  , from ,  , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ poem of three tercets and a quatrain, with special rhyming scheme.
ventral_2_a._Late Latin , from Latin  ,  ._ pertaining to the belly.
attar_2_n._Persian ,  , from Arabic,  . See in Semitic Roots._ oil distilled from rose petals; any perfume derived from flowers.
poliomyelitis_7_n._New Latin  : Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots +  ._ virus disease of the spinal cord, often causing paralysis; infantile paralysis (
conspiracy_4_noun_English , from Latin  -- 14th century_a secret agreement or plan among two or more persons to perform a crime or other wrongful act.
collagen_3_n._Greek ,   +  ._ gelatinous protein in bones and connective tissue. 
trocar_2_n._French  : ,   (from Old French, from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Old French, from ,  , from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ surgical instrument with sharp point for inserting drainage tube into body cavity.
caesura_3_n._Latin ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ natural pause in verse-line. 
demijohn_3_n._Probably alteration of French  : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ large bottle with wicker case.
clamp_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle Dutch ; akin to Old English ,  -- 14th century_a device used to fasten, support, or compress two or more objects or pieces.
cembalo_3_n._Italian, short for , from Medieval Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see  ._ dulcimer; harpsichord; any musical instrument with hammers to strike strings. 
temperament_4_noun_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_the manner of thinking, feeling, and acting that is characteristic of a particular person.
threat_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Middle High German , Latin ,  -- before 12th century_a declaration of intent to cause harm or inflict punishment.
quodlibet_3_n._Middle English, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  , third person sing. present tense of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ 'what you like'; moot or subtle point; fruitless or pedantic argument.
barbette_2_n._French, diminutive of ,  . See   ._ gun platform behind parapet; armoured protection of gun platform on ship.
latent_2_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  present participle of ,  ._ lying concealed or dormant. 
virtue_2_noun_English , from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 13th century_moral excellence; righteousness.
pronograde_3_a._Latin ,  ; see   + ,   (from ,  . See  )._ walking with body parallel to ground.
rictus_2_n._Latin, from past participle of ,  ._ orifice; mouth, especially gaping; fixed grin or grimace. 
bellicose_3_a._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  , from ,  ._ desirous of fighting; war-like. 
follow_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to come or go after or behind.
altruism_3_noun_, , from Old French, from Latin  -- 1853_unselfish concern for the well-being of others. (Cf. egoism.)
seigneur_2_n._French, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin * . See  ._ lord, especially of manor. 
vervet_2_n._French  : ,   (from Old French . See  ) + ,  ._ small monkey of S and E Africa.
exsert_2_v.t._Latin  . See  ._ thrust out. 
ganoid_2_a._From New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ applied to hard, smooth, bright fish-scales; having such scales; 
inane_2_adjective_ -- 1662_devoid of meaning or substance; nonsensical.
monkey_2_noun_Low German ; akin to Moneke, Romance ; akin to Old Spanish  -- circa 1530_any primate except humans, the large humanoid apes, or lemurs.
sepal_2_n._New Latin , perhaps blend of Greek ,  , and Latin ,  ; see  ._ portion of calyx. 
dyad_2_n._From Greek  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ set of two; bivalent atom, etc.; 
imprimis_3_adv. Archaic._Middle English , from Latin  : ,  ; see    + , ablative pl. of ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ 'in the first place'.
borax_2_n._Middle English, from Medieval Latin , from Arabic , from Middle Persian ._ a natural salt, also made from soda, used as flux and antiseptic.
listen_2_intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Sanskrit , Old English  -- before 12th century_to make an effort to hear.
hebetude_3_n._Late Latin , from Latin  ,  ._ stupidity. 
faith_1_noun_English , from Old French , from Latin ; akin to Latin  -- 13th century_belief, confidence, or trust.
vermiculite_4_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  ; see   +   ._ any of a group of hydrous silicates of mica, used as heat- insulation, etc.
isometric_4_a._From Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ of equal measure. 
portion_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old French, from Latin , akin to Latin ,  -- 14th century_a part of a whole.
performance_3_noun_unknown_a particular entertainment presented before an audience.
cautious_2_adjective_unknown_displaying or inclined to show caution; wary; careful.
nainsook_2_n._From Hindi ,    : ,   (from Sanskrit , from ,  ) + ,   (from Sanskrit ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  )._ Indian fabric of fine cotton.
cheat_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_one who cheats; swindler; fraud.
coriaceous_4_a._From Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ like or consisting of leather.
wimble_2_n._Middle English, from Anglo-Norman, probably from Middle Dutch . See in Indo-European Roots._ boring tool, 
tattle_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_unknown_to reveal secrets of or disclose information about another person, usu. out of malice; inform against another.
picot_2_n._French, from Old French, from ,  , from ,  . See  ._ one of series of small loops forming ornamental edging to ribbon, lace, etc. 
dismal_2_adjective_English, , from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin ,  -- 15th century_cheerless or depressing; gloomy.
proclitic_3_a._New Latin  :    + Late Latin ,  ; see  ._ applied to naturally unaccented words dependent for pronunciation and accent on following word; 
pelagic_3_a._Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or found in open sea, or near surface of sea. 
gambier_2_n._Malay ._ yellow dye and astringent substance obtained from a vine of Malaysia.
honest_2_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_truthful or sincere.
gonad_2_n._New Latin  , from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ sexual gland; ovary or testis. 
abstract_2_adjective, noun_Latin , from Latin, ,  -- 14th century_regarded apart from the concrete.
subsist_2_v.t._Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ (be able to) continue to exist; consist; 
bullate_2_a._Latin , from ,  ._ puckered; with blistered appearance. 
country_2_noun_English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_a large geographic region defined by natural, political, or cultural boundaries.
gharry_2_n._Hindi , probably ultimately from Sanskrit ,  ._ light horse-drawn carriage.
acantha_3_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  ._ spine, spinous fin. 
lodge_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_unknown_a cabin, hut, or other shelter intended for use by skiers, hunters, or the like.
mercy_2_noun_English, from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin, ,  -- 13th century_kind, compassionate, and lenient treatment of someone over whom one has some power, as through the administration of justice.
equine_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or like a horse.
ostiole_3_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  . See  ._ small orifice, pore.
garb_1_noun_French Old Italian; Middle French , from Old Italian  -- 1599_clothes, esp. those characteristic of a particular profession, way of life, or the like.
kill_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- 14th century_to cause to die.
alacrity_4_noun_, ,  -- 15th century_willing promptness.
backbone_2_noun_unknown_the series of bones that run along the center of the back; spinal column; vertebrae.
potential_3_a._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  , from  present participle of ,  . See  ._ possible; latent; having power to become; 
demiurge_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ inferior god who created world; creative power or spirit. 
death_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse ,  -- before 12th century_the end of life; termination of life functions in any living thing.
heed_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_to give one's attention to; take notice of.
boyar_2_n._From , from Russian , from Old Russian , from Turkic , pl. of ,  ; akin to Turkish ,  ._ ancient Russian rank next below prince; Russian land-owner.
genetic_3_a._From Greek ,  , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to origin, reproduction and heredity. 
habanera_4_n._Spanish ,  , feminine of . See  ._ slow Cuban dance.
sluggish_2_adjective_unknown_moving slowly.
grievous_2_a._Anglo-Norman , from ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ very severe or painful; causing grief or suffering, heinous. 
jerboa_3_n._Medieval Latin , from Arabic ._ jumping rat, especially of N Africa.
frighten_2_transitive verb_unknown_to make fearful or terrified.
acanthus_3_n._New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,  ._ kind of prickly herbaceous plant, Bear's Breeches; 
bouillabaisse_3_n._French, from Provençal  : , imperative of ,   (from Latin , from ,  ) + , imperative of ,   (from Vulgar Latin *  : Latin ,   + Medieval Latin ,  )._ fish and vegetable stew.
batata_3_n._American Spanish,  ._ sweet potato.
nematode_3_n._From New Latin ,    :   + New Latin (alteration of , from neuter pl. of Greek ,  )._ parasitic round-worm. 
bemoan_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_to grieve over; lament.
abrasion_3_noun_Latin , from Latin  -- circa 1656_a spot or patch that has been scraped, as on the skin.
rapid_2_adjective, noun_, , from akin to Lithuanian  -- 1634_happening in a brief time.
worldly_2_adjective_unknown_of or pertaining to the material world; not spiritual; secular.
competitor_4_noun_unknown_a person or organization that competes.
haste_1_noun_English, from Middle French, Germanic ; akin to Old English  -- 14th century_speed, esp. under conditions of urgency.
ambush_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin  -- 14th century_an attack from a hidden position.
target_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , Germanic ; akin to Old Norse  -- 15th century_an object or mark at which missiles, such as bullets, arrows, or bombs, are fired or directed.
proceeding_3_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_an action, course of action, or continuation of an action.
horrendous_3_adjective_,  -- 1659_horrible; dreadful; hideous.
check_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Arabic , from Persian, akin to Greek , Sanskrit  -- 15th century_an assessment or search to make sure something is correct or in order.
cunning_2_noun, adjective_English,  -- 14th century_subtle or deceptive planning or action; craftiness; shrewdness.
ureter_3_n._New Latin , from Greek , from ,  ._ duct through which urine enters bladder. 
accomplice_3_noun_ -- 1589_a person who helps another commit a crime or wrongful act.
fritillary_4_n._New Latin ,  , from Latin ,  ._ several kinds of spotted butterfly and bulbous plant.
pneumonia_3_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , alteration (influenced by ,  ), of from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ inflammation of lungs. 
circumscribe_3_v.t._Middle English , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ enclose; limit. 
merry_2_adjective_English , from Old English , akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_cheerful and gay, or inclined to be so.
saxatile_3_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or living in rocks. 
circle_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old French, from Latin , from akin to Greek , akin to Old English  -- 14th century_a closed curve along which every point is the same distance from a fixed center point.
cochineal_3_n._French , from Spanish ,  , probably from Vulgar Latin * , from feminine diminutive of Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,  ._ scarlet dye obtained from dried insects.
tramontane_3_a._Italian , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ (from) across the mountains; transalpine.
constringe_2_v.t._Latin ,  . See  ._ cause to contract; constrict. 
suspect_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to believe to be true.
alamode_3_n._From  ._ soft, light silk, used in 19th century for shawls, dresses, etc.
coelacanth_3_n._New Latin ,    : Greek ,  ; see   + Greek ,  ._ large, spiny, bony-plated fish  probable link between fishes and amphibious reptiles  believed to have become extinct 60 million years ago, live specimens of which were caught in 1952.
dipsomania_5_n._Greek ,   +  ._ uncontrollable desire for drink, especially alcohol. 
just_1_adjective, adverb_unknown_fair, equitable, and honest.
usufruct_3_n._Late Latin , variant of Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  ._ right to enjoy property. 
open_2_adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_allowing entry or access; not shut, enclosed, or fastened.
flimsy_2_adjective, noun_ -- 1702_not solid or substantial; fragile; weak.
life_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_the state of being that distinguishes animals and plants from rocks, minerals, and other nonliving matter.
bumboat_2_n._Probably partial translation of Low German ,  , partial translation of Dutch dialectal ,    : ,   (from Dutch , from Middle Dutch) + ,  ._ small harbour boat carrying provisons, etc. to ship.
gourmand_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French ._ gluttonous (person). 
precious_2_adjective, adverb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_of great worth or value.
quiet_2_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_making no sound or noise.
classification_5_noun_unknown_the act or result of classifying.
sukiyaki_4_n._Japanese  : ,   (from ,  ) + ,  ._ Japanese dish of thin slices of meat, bean curd and vegetables with soy sauce cooked at the table.
pidgin_2_n._From  ._ restricted language system used for communication between people who have no common language.
congou_2_n._Chinese (Amoy) ,  , corresponding to Chinese (Mandarin) , from ,  . See  ._ kind of black China tea.
conscious_2_adjective_,  -- 1592_aware of one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.
terebinth_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from Greek ._ tree yielding turpentine. 
transport_2_transitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to convey from one place to another; carry.
loquat_2_n._Chinese (Cantonese)  : ,   + ,  ._ plum-like fruit of evergreen tree of Asia.
impregnable_4_a._Middle English , from Old French  : ,   (from Latin . See   ) + ,  ; see  ._ able to withstand attack; capable of being fertilized; able to become or be made pregnant.
vociferate_4_v.i.,v.t._Latin  , from * ,    :  ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ shout loudly or repeatedly. 
dipody_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    +  ,  ; see  ._ verse measure of two feet; dimeter.
earmark_2_noun, transitive verb_unknown_a particular quality or trait that distinguishes a person or thing from others.
coriander_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek ._ plant yielding seeds used in medical and in curries and pickles.
atheroma_4_n._Latin ,  , from Greek, from ,  ._ fatty degeneration of the arteries. 
eureka_3_interj._Greek ,  , first person sing. perfect of ,  ._ 'I have found it!'
gymnosophist_4_n._Middle English , from sing. of Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see  ._ ancient Indian ascetic philosopher; nudist. 
repellent_3_adjective, noun_unknown_causing distaste, aversion, or repulsion.
abundance_3_noun_unknown_an amount that is more than ample; very plentiful quantity.
gamelan_3_n._Javanese, from Old Javanese ,  , from ,  ._ musical instrument like xylophone; percussion, string and flute orchestra of SE Asia.
quipu_2_n._American Spanish, from Quechua ._ device of knotted cords, used by Incas of Peru to calculate or order information.
probe_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_Latin , from Latin  -- 1580_to delve into deeply or thoroughly.
tribrach_2_n._Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ verse foot of three syllables; object, etc., with three branches. 
sanguinary_4_a._Latin , from  ,  ._ bloody; bloodthirsty; causing bloodshed. 
ctenoid_2_a._Greek ,    :  ,   + ,  ._ with comb-like edge. 
witness_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to know through direct sight or experience of.
farouche_2_a._French, from Old French , alteration of , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ wild; gauche; shy.
mastoid_2_a._New Latin ,  , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ nipple- or breast-like; denoting such bony outgrowth behind ear. 
spicy_2_adjective_unknown_containing strong spices, as food.
apiculture_4_n._Latin ,   +  ._ bee-keeping. 
considerable_5_adjective_unknown_large in size or proportion.
lacteal_3_a._From Latin , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to milk; 
tonneau_2_n._French, from Old French ,  . See  ._ rear seating compartment of car.
palpate_2_v.t._Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ examine by touching. 
martlet_2_n._French , from    ._ martin (bird); 
tabaret_3_n._Probably from  ._ striped material of watered silk and satin.
crenulate_3_a._New Latin , from , diminutive of Medieval Latin ,  ._ minutely crenate. 
bouzouki_3_n._Modern Greek ,  ._ mandolin-like musical instrument.
irritate_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1598_to anger or annoy.
anathema_4_n._Late Latin ,  , from Greek, from  ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ curse, generally by ecclesiastical authorities; act of cursing; thing cursed; object of hatred. 
bend_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_to make (something) take on a curved or angular form, or a different form.
virelay_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, alteration (influenced by ,  ), of ,  ._ old French poem with refrain and various special rhyming schemes.
decemvir_3_n._Middle English, from Latin, sing. of ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + , pl. of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ member of decemvirate. 
solid_2_adjective, noun_English , from Middle French, from Latin ; akin to Greek  -- 14th century_having or pertaining to a three-dimensional form.
stilliform_3_a._Latin ,   +  ._ drop-shaped.
sigma_2_n._Greek ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ eighteenth letter of Greek alphabet; thousandth part of second. 
maintain_2_transitive verb_English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to keep in existence; continue.
testimony_4_noun_English, from Late Latin Latin; Late Latin Decalogue, from Latin,  -- 14th century_the evidence presented under oath in a court of law.
odograph_3_n._Greek ,   +  ._ instrument recording distance travelled, especially by pedestrian. 
kin_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_the members of an extended family collectively; relatives; kinfolk.
insolate_3_v.t._Latin   : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ expose to sunlight. 
instrument_3_noun, transitive verb_English, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_a mechanical device or tool.
romantic_3_adjective, noun_, , from Old French  -- 1650_of, pertaining to, or characterized by romance.
decrement_3_n._Latin , from  ,  . See  ._ decrease; waste.
normal_2_adjective, noun_,  -- circa 1696_conforming to a standard, pattern, or general average, or to what is expected; usual; regular.
paragon_3_n._Obsolete French, from Old French, from Old Italian , from ,  , perhaps from Greek ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ model of perfection; 
anatomy_4_n._Middle English , from Late Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ study of structure of body; art of dissecting; structure; analysis; skeleton; very thin person. 
fancy_2_noun, adjective, transitive verb_unknown_an idea, opinion, or preference, sometimes not based on reason or reality.
background_2_noun, adjective_unknown_a part located in the rear, esp. as depicted in a painting, photograph, or scene. (Cf. foreground.)
boreal_3_a._Middle English, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to Boreas, the north wind; cold; of the north.
timocracy_4_n._Obsolete French , from Medieval Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ state in which possession of property is required for participation in government; ideal state in which love of honour is ruling principle. 
bogey_2_n._Possibly variant of  ._ in golf, number of strokes in which a good player should play hole or course; score one stroke above this; evil spirit.
bombardon_3_n._French, from Italian , augmentative of , alteration of ,  , from Medieval Latin. See  ._ deep bass double-reeded wind instr.
potation_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin  ,  , from , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ act of drinking; drinking bout; thing drunk. 
dissonant_3_a._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  present participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ discordant; harsh. 
sorus_2_n._New Latin , from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ cluster of spore cases on fern fronds; 'fruit dots'.
fedora_3_n._After , a play by Victorien Sardou._ man's soft felt hat with curled brim; trilby.
apian_3_a._From Latin ,  ._ pertaining to bees.
benign_2_a._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ kindly; favourable; wholesome; 
summary_3_noun, adjective_English, from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_a short and usu. comprehensive statement of what has been previously stated.
jaconet_3_n._From Urdu , after (Puri), a town of eastern India._ kind of thin cotton fabric, especially with one side glazed.
abrade_2_v.t._Latin ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ rub off; scrape; cause injury in this way.
pompous_2_adjective_unknown_showing or inclined to show an exaggerated air of dignity or importance.
thief_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_someone who steals.
scaphoid_2_a._From Latin ,  , diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ boat-shaped; such bone of carpus or tarsus.
primary_3_adjective, noun_English, from Late Latin , from Latin,  -- 15th century_most essential or prevalent; main; chief.
captious_2_a._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ fault-finding.
mundane_2_a._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from ,  ._ worldly; earthly; everyday; secular. 
pacific_3_a._French , from Old French , from Latin  :  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ conciliatory; soothing; peaceable.
dysphoria_4_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ generalized feeling of being ill or depressed. 
salmi_2_n._French , short for ,  . See  ._ ragout, especially of game.
bigot_2_n._French, from Old French._ person with fixed and intolerant belief. 
parosmia_4_n._New Latin  :    + Greek ,  ._ desire for strange scents.
imminent_3_a._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  present participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ happening in near future; threatening. 
impasto_3_n._Italian, from ,    : ,   (from Latin. See   ) + ,   (from Late Latin. See   )._ application of pigment thickly, in painting; such pigment.
archaeopteryx_5_n._New Latin ,    :   + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ fossil bird with reptilian characteristics.
jalousie_3_n._French, from ,  , from Old French , from ,  . See  ._ blind or shutter with slats slanting upwards and inwards.
monolith_3_n._French , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ single monumental stone or pillar, especially of prehistoric orgin; any object, organization, etc. that appears uniform and uniformly unchangeable. 
coquito_3_n._Spanish, diminutive of ,  , from Portuguese . See  ._ Chilean palm yielding sap, seeds and fibre.
quorum_2_n._Middle English,  , from Latin ,  , genitive pl. of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ minimum number of members whose presence is necessary at a meeting; select body of persons. 
alibi_3_n._Latin,  , from ,   (on the model of ,  ). See   in Indo-European Roots._ plea that, at the time when act was committed, one was elsewhere than at the place where act was committed; proof of such a plea.
autostrada_4_n._Italian  : ,  ; see   + ,   (from Late Latin ,  . See  )._ motorway.
run_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , Old English , Old Norse , from Old Norse ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit , Latin  -- before 12th century_to propel oneself forward by moving the legs very quickly, so that all feet are briefly off the ground.
nimble_2_adjective_English , from Old English , ; from akin to Old High German , Greek ,  -- 14th century_quick and agile in movement.
neutrino_3_n._Italian, from ,  , from Latin  . See  ._ uncharged atomic particle of less mass than neutron.
wrestle_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to engage in the sport of wrestling, or to grapple as if in that sport.
heroic_3_adjective, noun_unknown_of or pertaining to a hero or heroes.
pericranium_5_n._New Latin , from Greek , from neuter of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ membrane covering skull. 
jarrah_2_n._Nyungar (Aboriginal language of southwest Australia) ._ Australian eucalyptus tree with mahogany-like timber; red gum tree of Australia.
athletic_3_adjective_unknown_of or pertaining to sports and other physical activities.
cineaste_3_n._French , from ,  , short for . See  ._ devotee of cinema.
ramify_3_v.i._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Medieval Latin  : Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,  ._ branch out; make complex. 
cranium_3_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Greek . See   in Indo-European Roots._ skull, especially part enclosing brain. 
kelpie_2_n._From ,  ._ water spirit in Gaelic mythology; 
lust_1_noun, intransitive verb_English, from Old English; akin to Old High German Latin  -- before 12th century_strong feelings of sexual desire.
brief_1_adjective, noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ; akin to Old High German , Greek  -- 14th century_short in duration.
krypton_2_n._Greek , neuter of ,  , from ,  ._ colourless and odourless rare gas which occurs in the atmosphere.
morose_2_adjective_, ,  -- 1565_gloomy or sullen.
adjuvant_3_a._From Latin  present participle of ,  . See  ._ helping; 
biotic_3_a._Probably New Latin , from Greek . See  ._ vital; pertaining to life. 
lick_1_transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_to pass the tongue over or along the surface of.
nyctalopia_5_n._Late Latin , from Greek ,    :  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ condition of seeing poorly at night or in partial darkness, while day sight is normal; 
corrie_2_n._Scottish Gaelic ,  , from Old Irish,  ._ round hollow in hillside.
event_2_noun_French Latin; Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 1573_a distinct happening or occurrence; something that takes place.
thymus_2_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  ._ lymphoid gland in lower part of throat, disappearing in adult. 
glee_1_noun_English, from Old English , akin to Old Norse , Greek  -- before 12th century_a feeling of delight, joy, or gaiety.
siskin_2_n._Obsolete Dutch , from alteration of Middle Dutch, diminutive of , from Middle Low German , probably from Czech ,  ._ small green-yellow European finch.
personalty_4_n._Anglo-Norman , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ personal property.
laudanum_3_n._New Latin, perhaps alteration of Medieval Latin ,  . See  ._ tincture of opium.
fickle_2_adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Old English , Old English  -- 13th century_quickly changing without reason or warning, esp. in affection or allegiance; variable or capricious.
chorea_3_n._New Latin ,  , from Latin , from Greek ,  , from . See  ._ nervous disease marked by involuntary twitchings. 
pituitary_5_a._From Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ denoting or pertaining to ductless gland at base of brain secreting a hormone controlling bone growth and activity of thyroid and reproductive glands, and another controlling blood pressure and activity of involuntary muscles.
pulsatile_3_a._Medieval Latin , from Latin , past participle of frequentative of ,  . See  ._ vibrating; pulsating; 
luscious_2_adjective_English ,  -- 15th century_having a highly appealing smell or taste.
refractory_4_a._Alteration (influenced by adjectives in  ), of obsolete from Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ stubborn; disobedient; immune; 
indestructible_5_adjective_from Late Latin , from Latin ,  -- 1667_not capable of being destroyed, damaged, or broken.
philomel_3_n._Alteration (influenced by French ), of Middle English from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ nightingale.
taxeme_2_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ linguistic feature (
mudra_2_n._Sanskrit ,  , from Iranian * , perhaps ultimately from Akkadian ,  , from Sumerian  : ,   + ,  ._ ritual hand movement in classical Indian dancing.
abrasion_3_n._Medieval Latin  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ injury caused by, or act of, rubbing or scraping; graze. 
clique_1_noun, intransitive verb_ -- 1711_a small, often aggressively exclusive group of friends or associates.
slow_1_adjective, adverb, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_not moving or able to move rapidly or fast.
rival_2_noun, adjective, transitive verb_French Latin; Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 1577_the person with whom one is competing; competitor.
agon_2_n._Greek . See  ._ struggle, contest (especially athletic); conflict between main characters in a play, novel etc. 
rapine_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pillaging.
advection_3_n._Latin  ,  , from , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ horizontal movement of an air mass, causing temperature changes.
common_2_adjective, noun_English , from Old French, from Latin  -- 13th century_with respect to all members of a group.
perceptive_3_adjective_unknown_having keen perception, insight, or intuitive understanding.
covenant_3_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, , from Latin  -- 14th century_a usu. formal agreement between two or more parties to engage in or refrain from something.
proficient_3_adjective_, ,  -- circa 1590_adept or skilled, usu. as a result of study or practice.
rescind_2_transitive verb_,  -- 1643_to take back or make invalid; revoke.
powerful_3_adjective_unknown_possessing or capable of exerting power or force.
minion_2_n._French ,  , from Old French ._ size of type (7-point); favourite; hanger-on.
tyke_1_noun_English , from Old Norse ; akin to Middle Low German  -- 15th century_a small dog, esp. a mongrel.
deliberate_4_adjective_unknown_said or done intentionally.
incandesce_3_v.i._Latin ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  , inchoative of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ become white, glow, or make to glow, with heat. 
occasional_4_adjective_unknown_occurring infrequently or irregularly.
ossuary_4_n._Late Latin , from neuter of Latin ,  , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ charnel-house.
meaningful_3_adjective_unknown_full of meaning.
puberty_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from  ,  ._ time of reaching sexual maturity. 
amnesia_3_n._Greek ,  , probably from , from ,    : ,  ; see    +  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ loss of memory. 
spiracle_3_n._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  ._ air-hole. 
bibliopole_4_n._Latin ,  , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ bookseller, especially of rare books. 
nectar_2_n._Latin, from Greek ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ sugary liquid secreted by flowers; divine drink. 
cognizance_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ extent of knowledge; notice, especially judicial; awareness; distinctive badge. 
bestiary_4_n._Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  ._ medieval book, especially illustrated, on beasts.
apparatchik_4_n._Russian, from ,  . See  ._ bureaucrat, official.
rampion_3_n._Probably alteration of French , from Old French , from Old Italian , probably from ,  , from Latin ._ kind of campanula with root used in salad.
denigrate_3_transitive verb_, , ,  -- 1526_to deny the worth of; sneer at; belittle.
jeremiad_4_n._French , after ,  , from Late Latin . See   ._ mournful prophecy, story or complaint.
hypaethral_3_a._From Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ roofless.
gangrene_2_n._Medieval Latin , from Latin , from Greek ._ mortification of part of body; 
dissilient_4_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ bursting open or apart.
biltong_2_n._Afrikaans  : ,   (from Middle Dutch . See   in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Middle Dutch . See in Indo-European Roots)._ strips of dried meat.
ascetic_3_noun, adjective_, , ,  -- 1646_one who practices extreme self-denial, esp. of material comforts and pleasures, and esp. for religious reasons.
glomerule_3_n._New Latin . See  ._ compactly clustered flower-head. 
locution_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ manner of speech; phrase.
dasyure_3_n._New Latin ,    : Greek ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ small, marten-like Australian marsupial.
hollow_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb, adverb_unknown_having an empty space on the inside; not solid within.
macerate_3_v.i.,v.t._Latin  . See in Indo-European Roots._ soften and separate by soaking; grow or make lean. 
thylacine_3_n._From New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  ._ Tasmanian wolf.
wretched_2_adjective_English,  -- 12th century_miserable, unhappy, or unfortunate.
circumspect_3_a._Middle English, from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ cautious. 
realize_3_transitive verb_, from Middle French ,  -- circa 1611_to comprehend fully.
behavior_3_noun_Middle English ,  -- 15th century_the actions and reactions of a group, person, animal, or thing, either characteristically or under specific circumstances.
conscientious_4_adjective_unknown_done in accordance with one's conscience; scrupulous.
suppress_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to stop the activities or progress of, esp. by force.
octopod_3_a.,n._From New Latin ,  , from Greek , neuter pl. of ,  . See  ._ (mollusc) belonging to the order of cephalopods having eight arms. 
pongee_2_n._Chinese (Mandarin) ,    : ,   + ,  ._ thin, soft silk from China, naturally coloured beige or tan; cotton or rayon imitation of this.
laches_2_n._Middle English,  , from Anglo-Norman , from Old French , from ,  . See   ._ negligence; carelessness.
argot_2_n._French._ slang or jargon, especially of criminals, tramps, etc. 
circulation_4_noun_unknown_motion in a circle or along a circuit.
ampere_2_n._After   ._ unit of intensity of electric current (current produced by one volt acting through resistance of one ohm) (
merit_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin , , from akin to Greek ,  -- 14th century_worth or high quality.
octavo_3_n._Medieval Latin ,  , from Latin, ablative sing. of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ book size: 
famous_2_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_having widespread recognition or public esteem; renowned.
eupeptic_3_a._From Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ having good digestion. 
heresy_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Late Greek , from Greek,  , from ,  , middle voice of ,  ._ unorthodox religious belief. 
encyclical_4_n.,a._From Medieval Lattin ,  , from Greek  : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ (publication) for wide distribution, especially Pope's letter to bishops.
differentiate_5_transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_to perceive differences or distinctions between.
beware_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , ,  -- 14th century_to be wary or cautious (usu. used imperatively).
bare_1_adjective, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_lacking clothing or covering; naked.
stithy_2_n._Middle English , from Old Norse . See in Indo-European Roots._ blacksmith's anvil or forge.
literate_3_adjective, noun_English , from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_able to read and write.
insensitive_4_adjective_unknown_lacking normal physical sensation or response.
mention_2_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin , akin to Latin ,  -- 14th century_to speak of or refer to, usu. in a few words or in passing.
agglomerate_4_v.i.,v.t._Latin  ,    : ,   + ,   (from  ,  )._ collect, especially into a mass; 
inveigh_2_v.i._Latin ,  , passive of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ attack with words.
confederacy_5_noun_unknown_an alliance or union of persons, groups, states, or nations.
koumiss_2_n._Russian , from Old Russian , from Old Turkic , from ,  ._ intoxicating drink made from fermented mare's milk.
tripos_2_n._Alteration of Latin  ,  . See  ._ honours examination at Cambridge University.
spirit_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old French Latin; Old French, from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_the vital force that is thought to be an element of human beings; soul.
trematode_3_n._From New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ kind of parasitic flatworm.
select_2_transitive verb, adjective_, ,  -- 1565_to choose as a preference from among alternatives; pick.
trip_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , Germanic ; akin to Old English  -- 14th century_a journey, voyage, or excursion.
geniculate_4_a._Latin ,  , from , diminutive of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ abruptly bent. 
sangria_3_n._Probably from Spanish ,  , from ,  , from Latin  ._ Spanish drink of red wine, fruit juice, sugar and soda water.
immanent_3_a._Late Latin  present participle of ,    : Latin ,  ; see    + Latin ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ indwelling; inherent; all-pervading. 
paralogism_4_n._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ illogical or fallacious deduction. 
calamity_4_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 15th century_an event causing extreme harm, suffering, or destruction; disaster.
votive_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ fulfilling a vow; done in devotion.
transmigrate_3_v.i._Latin   : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ pass from one body or place into another; transfer. 
wolfram_2_n._German,    : probably ,   (from Middle High German, from Old High German. See in Indo-European Roots) + (from Middle High German ,  )._ tungsten.
vacuity_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ emptiness; void; inanity, fatuousness; inane thing, thought or saying. 
personality_5_noun_English , from Late Latin ,  -- 15th century_that which distinguishes a person from others; collective characteristic qualities of a person.
pellitory_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin . See  ._ one of several wall-growing plants, including one with root used in dentifrices.
neritic_3_a._German , perhaps ultimately from ,  ._ pertaining to shallow coastal waters.
sinter_2_n._German, from Middle High German,  , from Old High German._ iron dross; 
tribology_4_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ scientific study of friction and lubrication.
axil_2_n._Latin ,  ._ upper angle between leaf and stem, or branch and trunk. 
exhibit_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_to expose for viewing or inspection; present; show.
state_1_noun_English , from Old French Latin; Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_the condition of a person or thing according to its characteristics or circumstances.
output_2_noun_unknown_the act or process of producing something; production.
vespertine_3_a._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ in or of the evening; setting at same time as, or just after, the sun.
suzerain_3_n._French, from Old French  : probably ,   (from Latin ,  , from * ,    : ,  ; see   + , neuter of variant of , past participle of ,  . See  ) + ,  ; see  ._ sovereign. 
politic_3_a._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ wise, prudent, expedient; artful, devious; shrewd.
phenomenon_4_noun_Latin , from Greek , ,  -- 1605_a perceptible occurrence or fact.
quarrelsome_3_adjective_unknown_tending to quarrel easily or frequently; bad-tempered; argumentative.
early_2_adverb, adjective_English , from Old English , ,  -- before 12th century_in the first stage of a time period.
incarcerate_4_v.t._Medieval Latin   : Latin ,  ; see    + Latin ,  ._ imprison. 
chervil_2_n._Middle English, from Old English , from Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ a salad herb with curled leaves.
aliform_3_a._Latin ,   +  ._ like a wing.
idiosyncrasy_6_n._Greek  : ,   + ,   ( ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ mental or physical peculiarity; eccentricity; special sensitivity to a drug. 
ennui_2_n._French, from Old French , from ,  . See  ._ boredom. 
treen_2_a._From Middle English,  , from Old English , from ,  . See  ._ made of wood. 
taboo_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb_unknown_untouchable, unmentionable, or otherwise forbidden by social mandate.
fluvial_3_a._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to rivers. 
exquisite_3_adjective, noun_English , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_of exceptional beauty or charm; delicately or finely made.
volar_2_a._From Latin ,  ._ pertaining to palm or sole; pertaining to flight.
harmattan_3_n._Akan (Twi) , possibly from Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ dry east wind blowing from Sahara.
lucent_2_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ shining; clear. 
celebrated_4_adjective_, , from akin to Latin  -- 15th century_famous, usu. for some achievement or talent.
expedition_4_noun_unknown_an outing or journey taken for a specific purpose, or the organized group, with its equipment and conveyances, undertaking such a trip.
quietus_3_n._Short for Middle English ,  , from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  . See  ._ receipt; release; act of dispatching or disposing of; knock- out or fatal blow; death.
articulate_4_a._Latin , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ spoken clearly; having power of speech, especially fluent and expressive; divided into syllables; segmented; jointed; 
childish_2_adjective_unknown_typical of or appropriate for a child.
acute_2_adjective_, ; from akin to Latin  -- 14th century_severe; intense.
paraph_2_n._French , from Old French ,  , from Medieval Latin ,  , short for . See  ._ a flourish made after a signature.
jumbo_2_noun, adjective_Jumbo, Barnum  -- 1883_(informal) something that is very large.
pronominal_4_a._Late Latin , from Latin  ,  . See  ._ pertaining to a pronoun.
poise_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 1555_a state or position of equilibrium; balance.
inferior_4_adjective, noun_English, from Latin,  -- 15th century_subordinate in rank, position, or degree.
hidalgo_3_n._Spanish, alteration of , from Old Spanish  : ,   (from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from Latin , ablative of  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ gentleman; noble of lower rank.
bezoar_2_n._Middle English ,  , probably from Old French ,  , from Arabic , from Persian  : ,   (from Avestan . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Middle Persian. See in Indo-European Roots)._ stone-like mass found in stomach of ruminants, formerly used in East as antidote to poison. 
quibble_2_noun, intransitive verb_unknown_an unimportant, petty, or trivial disagreement or objection.
abominable_5_adjective_unknown_deserving of disgust; hateful.
paten_2_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  , from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ Communion bread plate.
fun_1_noun_, Middle English ,  -- 1727_something that gives amusement, pleasure, or enjoyment.
dextrous_2_a._From Latin ,  . See  ._ dexterous.
tribade_2_n._French, from Latin  , from Greek, from ,  . See  ._ homosexual woman. 
anamorphosis_5_n._New Latin , from Late Greek ,    : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ._ distorted image only recognisable if viewed through appropriate device; method of making such images; 
incidental_4_adjective, noun_unknown_happening or likely to happen in connection with something else, esp. as a subordinate or less important element.
oligarch_3_n._Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ member of oligarchy. 
cave_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French, from Latin , ; from akin to Greek , Greek  -- 13th century_a natural hollow or series of hollows in the earth, esp. one with an opening in a hillside or cliff.
monoecious_3_a._New Latin ,    :   + Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ having male and female organs in same organism, especially having male and female flowers on same plant. 
pixilated_4_a._From  ._ as if bewitched by fairies; slightly crazy or drunk.
conic_2_a._New Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to cone. 
intussusception_5_n._Medieval Latin  ,  , from , past participle of ,    : Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,   ( ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ movement or slipping of a part into another, especially of small into large intestine. 
acquit_2_transitive verb_English , from Old French , from Latin  -- 13th century_to clear (someone) of a charge or accusation, as in a court of law.
faculty_3_noun_English , from Middle French , from Medieval Latin Latin; Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_capacity or ability, as to do a certain task or to think in a certain way.
arrhythmia_4_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ disturbance of the natural rhythm of the heart. .. RUNN: 
indecent_3_adjective_French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- circa 1587_not in accord with accepted standards of morality, propriety, or taste; improper or vulgar.
brassard_2_n._French, from Old French ,  , from Latin . See  ._ armlet; arm-badge.
clinquant_2_a._French,  , present participle of obsolete ,  , perhaps from Middle Dutch . See   ._ glittering; showy; 
furore_3_n._Italian, from Latin ,  . See  ._ outburst of public indignation; outburst of enthusiasm.
baryon_3_n._Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots +   ._ any of the class of subatomic particles known as 'heavy', 
hidrosis_3_n._Greek ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ perspiration, especially excessive. 
victoria_4_n._After   ._ light open two-seater four-wheeled carriage, with raised driver's seat.
patten_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, perhaps from ,  . See  ._ wooden sole, or clog, for raising foot above wet.
mufti_2_n._Probably from   ._ person learned in Islamic law; civilian dress.
vestiary_4_a._Latin , from ,  ; see  . N., from Middle English from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  , from neuter of ,  ._ pertaining to clothes or dress.
gavage_2_n._French, from ,  , ultimately from Old French ,  , from Vulgar Latin * ._ forcible feeding.
mahatma_3_n._Sanskrit  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ wise man; person of noble intellect. 
provision_3_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Late Latin Latin; Late Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_the act of providing.
fuss_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_ -- 1701_excessive nervous activity or needless attention.
bad_1_adjective_English  -- 14th century_of low quality; in an inadequate condition.
paternoster_4_n._Middle English, from Old English, from Late Latin  : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ Lord's Prayer, or recital of it; rosary bead on which this is said; curse or spell; bead-like moulding; doorless, continuously moving lift/elevator.
egret_2_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Old Provençal , from ,  ,  ._ white heron.
heaven_2_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_(usu. pl.) the sky, including the stars, sun, moon, and planets, as viewed from the earth.
smear_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German Old Irish  -- before 12th century_to spread or apply (a sticky, oily, or greasy substance) on or over a surface.
palingenesis_5_n._Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots +  ._ resuscitation; rebirth; metempsychosis; exact reproduction of ancestral characteristics. 
trismus_2_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , variant of ,  ._ lockjaw. 
punitive_3_a._Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or inflicting punishment. 
derive_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to obtain or extract from an original source (usu. fol. by from).
drumlin_2_n._From ,  , from Irish Gaelic ,  , from Old Irish._ long glacially-formed hill.
ordinary_4_adjective, noun_English , from Anglo-French Medieval Latin; Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_usual or normal.
holothurian_5_n._From Latin ,  , from Greek ._ sea cucumber.
pachyderm_3_n._French , from New Latin * , sing. of ,  , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   ._ thick-skinned animal, especially elephant. 
wet_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Old English  -- before 12th century_soaked, moistened, or covered with water or another liquid.
lethargy_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,   ( ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ sleepy state. 
memorable_4_adjective_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_likely to be remembered; distinct or exceptional.
abundant_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_available in a large amount or number.
deaden_2_transitive verb_unknown_to make the nerves insensitive to.
palmyra_3_n._Alteration (influenced by  ), of Portuguese from ,  , from Latin. See   ._ tall African palm, yielding timber, thatching leaves, edible fruit, sugar and wine.
mastodon_3_n._New Latin ,    : Greek ,   + Greek  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ extinct elephant-like animal.
respectful_3_adjective_unknown_having or showing respect or politeness.
cucullate_3_a._Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  ._ hooded; hood-shaped. 
objurgate_3_v.t._Latin   : ,  ; see   + ,   (probably  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ rebuke; scold. 
kieselguhr_3_n._German  : ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German ) + ,   (from ,  , blend of Middle High German , from Old High German,, and Middle High German * ,   from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots)._ powdery substance, mainly silica, used in filters, explosives, etc.
unbalanced_3_adjective_unknown_out of proper balance.
zither_2_n._German, from Middle High German * , from Old High German , from Latin ,  , from Greek ._ musical instrument of strings stretched over a horizontal sounding board and plucked with a plectrum.
complaint_2_noun_English , from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 14th century_an instance of complaining.
orlop_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Middle Low German  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ ship's lowest deck.
prone_1_adjective_English, from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 14th century_inclined or disposed; tending (usu. fol. by to).
marcasite_3_n._Middle English, from Medieval Latin , from Arabic , from Aramaic , from Akkadian , from ,  ._ crystallized iron pyrites, used in jewellery. 
sibilant_3_a.,n._Latin  present participle of ,  ._ hissing (sound). 
ophidian_4_a.,n._From New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  ._ (reptile) belonging to order of reptiles including snakes; like snakes. 
commentary_4_noun_unknown_a series of explanatory or interpretive remarks or comments.
minatory_4_a._French , from Late Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ threatening. 
caparison_4_n._Obsolete French , from Old Spanish , from Medieval Latin ,  . See   ._ armour; harness; trappings; 
award_2_transitive verb, noun_English, from Old North French , from Latin , Germanic ; akin to Old High German  -- 14th century_to present in recognition of superior qualities or performance; give as a prize.
sobriquet_3_n._French, from Old French ,  ._ nickname.
internal_3_adjective_English , from Latin ; akin to Latin  -- 15th century_located on the inside; inner.
oxide_2_n._French  : ,  ; see   + ,   (from Latin ,  . See  )._ compound of oxygen. 
degree_2_noun_English, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 13th century_a stage or step, esp. as part of a course of action or process.
stark_1_adjective, adverb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_in all respects; total; extreme.
ibex_2_n._Latin._ wild goat, especially with long, backward-curved horns; bouquetin; aegagrus.
happening_3_noun_English,  -- 14th century_something that happens; event; occurrence.
veracious_3_a._From Latin  ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ truthful; true; exact. 
procrastinate_4_v.i._Latin   : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  )._ delay or defer action; be dilatory. 
layoff_2_noun_unknown_the dismissal or temporary suspension of employees.
febrile_2_a._Late Latin , from Latin ,  ._ characterized by or symptomatic of fever; feverish. 
patrician_3_a.,n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from ,  , pl. of  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ (person) of noble birth. 
dependent_5_adjective, noun_unknown_relying on another for help or support.
far_1_adverb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_at or to a great distance in space or time.
emeritus_4_a._Latin , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ retired, but retaining honorary office; 
clot_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Middle High German ,  -- before 12th century_a thickened lump or mass of liquid, such as blood.
withhold_2_v.t._Middle English  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   ._ not give or grant; restrain; deduct; 
antonomasia_5_n._Latin, from Greek ,    : ,  ; see   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ literary device of using descriptive epithet or phrase instead of person's name; using proper name as epithet.
disintegrate_4_intransitive verb, transitive verb_unknown_to come apart; break down into component parts or fragments.
decency_3_noun_unknown_the quality, state, or condition of being decent.
exsiccate_3_v.t._Middle English , from Latin   : ,   + ,   (from ,  )._ desiccate. 
testate_2_a.,n._Middle English, from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ (person) dying leaving a valid will. 
ego_2_n._New Latin, from Latin,  ; see in Indo-European Roots. Sense 2, translation of German a special use of ,  ._ I; self; personality. 
snap_1_intransitive verb_Low German ; akin to Middle High German  -- 1530_to break suddenly with a cracking noise.
venal_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ capable of being bribed or corrupted; based on bribery or corruption; mercenary. 
exercise_3_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin , , ,  -- 14th century_mental or physical activity undertaken to maintain or increase ability or strength.
mandrel_2_n._Possibly alteration of French ,  , from Provençal ,  , from Old Provençal,  , from Latin ,  ,  ._ spindle supporting work in lathe, etc.
copy_2_noun_English , from Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_a reproduction of an original.
hypnagogic_4_a._French  : Greek ,  ; see   + Greek ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ causing sleep; occurring while falling asleep or waking.
misbehave_3_intransitive verb, transitive verb_unknown_to act or behave improperly or badly.
bathetic_3_a._Probably blend of  , and  ._ pertaining to or like bathos.
rotifer_3_n._From New Latin ,    : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin ,  ._ microscopic, multicellular, fresh-water creature with rotating cilia at one end. 
uncivilized_4_adjective_unknown_not civilized; barbarous or wild.
bucolic_3_a._Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ rustic; pertaining to shepherds; 
averse_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ strongly disliking. 
anathematize_5_transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_to utter strong or vehement curses against (someone or something).
parvis_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, alteration of ,  , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ enclosed area in front of church.
mock_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun, adjective_English, from Middle French  -- 15th century_to express scorn or contempt for; ridicule; deride.
mercenary_4_adjective, noun_English, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_interested only in money and material gain.
hackle_2_n._Frequentative of   ._ cock's long neck feather; part of angler's fly made from this.
ceraceous_3_a._Latin ,  ; see   +  ._ like wax. 
calash_2_n._French , from German , from Czech , from pl. of  ,  , from Old Church Slavonic. See   in Indo-European Roots._ kind of four-seater carriage with hood; 
skin_1_noun_English, from Old Norse ; akin to Old English , Middle High German  -- 13th century_the thin, pliable tissue covering the animal or human body.
berceuse_2_n._French, feminine of ,  , from ,  , from Vulgar Latin * ._ cradle-song; lullaby.
acclivity_4_n._Latin , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ slope upward. 
pity_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_compassion, sympathy, or unhappiness caused by another's pain, bad luck, or suffering.
paraplegia_5_n._Greek dialectal ,  , from  ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ paralysis of lower half of body. 
emarginate_4_a._Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ having notched edges. 
loess_2_n._German , from German dialectal , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ deposit of rich loam soil occurring in belt in N hemisphere. 
sexagenarian_6_a.,n._From Latin ,  . See  ._ (person) between sixty and seventy years old. 
pedagogue_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin ,  , from Greek  : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ schoolteacher, pedant. 
critique_2_n._French, from Greek ,  , feminine of ,  . See  ._ written criticism; review.
aid_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to provide assistance, help, or relief to.
piece_1_noun_English, from Old French, from Vulgar Latin , Gaulish ; akin to Welsh  -- 13th century_a section or part separated from the whole.
aqueous_3_adjective_Latin , from Latin  -- 1646_of, relating to, or similar to water.
wash_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German Old English  -- before 12th century_to make clean by immersing in or applying water or other liquid, esp. if soap is also used.
epigraph_3_n._Greek , from ,  . See  ._ inscription; quotation at beginning of work or chapter. 
throw_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek ,  -- 14th century_to send through the air with some force, esp. by a sudden straightening of the arm and wrist; hurl.
invent_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to think of, contrive, or create (something new).
polygamy_4_n._French , from Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ marriage to more than one spouse at same time. 
prescribe_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to lay down as a rule or guide.
tote_1_transitive verb, noun_from English-based ; akin to Gullah Krio  -- 1677_to carry on one's back or in one's arms or hands.
luminous_3_adjective_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_giving off light; glowing.
alpenglow_3_n._Partial translation of German  :     + ,  ._ reddish light at sunset or sunrise on mountain-tops, especially occurring before appearance or after disappearance of sun.
excite_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to stimulate or cause to be aroused or agitated.
obverse_2_n._Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ front or top side; 'head' of coin; counterpart; 
theobromine_4_n._New Latin ,   (Greek ,   + ,  ) +   ._ caffeine-like alkaloid in cocoa beans.
cordovan_3_n._Spanish , from    ._ Cordova leather, originally of goatskin, later of pig- and horse-skin.
team_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English , akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_a group of competitors on one of the sides in a sporting event or game.
curiosa_4_n._New Latin , neuter pl. of Latin ,  . See  ._ curiosities; erotica.
move_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ; akin to Sanskrit ,  -- 13th century_to change position or location.
heinous_2_adjective_English, from Middle French , , , from Germanic ; akin to Old High German  -- 14th century_extremely wicked or despicable; atrocious.
copal_2_n._Spanish, from Nahuatl ,  ._ kind of resin used in varnishes, etc.
agaric_3_n._Middle English ,  , from Latin , from Greek , from ,  ._ species of mushroom-like fungus. 
presentable_4_adjective_unknown_suitable, esp. in appearance, for being introduced or presented to others.
obtrusive_3_adjective_unknown_attracting unwanted notice.
misuse_2_noun, transitive verb_English, ; from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 14th century_a wrong or inappropriate use.
copula_3_n._Latin ,  ._ link; verb, especially part of 
annulus_3_n._Latin ,  , diminutive of ._ anything having shape of ring.
portmanteau_3_n._French  : , from ,   (from Old French. See   ) + ,   (from Old French , from Latin )._ travelling trunk that opens into two equal parts.
lonesome_2_adjective_unknown_sad or depressed because of being isolated or without friends or companions.
caries_2_n._Latin ._ decay of bone or tooth. 
amusing_3_adjective_French , from Old French, from Latin  -- 15th century_able to amuse, divert, or entertain.
flamboyant_3_adjective_, , from Old French,  -- 1832_exceptionally showy or dashing in one's speech, manner, or appearance.
lover_2_noun_unknown_one who is in love with another.
anomalous_4_a._From Late Latin , from Greek,    : probably from ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ self-contradictory; abnormal; out of harmony; irregular.
acatalectic_5_a._Late Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ metrically complete; 
bounteous_3_adjective_English , from Middle French , from Old French, ;  -- 14th century_willing to give generously; benevolent.
daedal_2_a._Latin , from Greek ._ complicated; showing or needing skill; artistic; variegated. 
arenaceous_4_a._From Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ like or consisting of sand; growing in sand.
precarious_4_adjective_,  -- 1646_so unstable or insecure as to be dangerous; risky.
shatter_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English  -- 14th century_to break (something) suddenly, esp. into small pieces.
berate_2_transitive verb_unknown_to reproach or scold severely.
kea_2_n._Maori,  ._ large green parrot of New Zealand, said to kill sheep.
flautist_2_n._Italian , from ,  , from Old Provençal . See  ._ flute-player.
mucilage_3_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Late Latin  , from Latin ,  , from ,  ._ gummy or adhesive substance. 
vitality_4_noun_unknown_exuberance; energy; vigor.
superlative_4_a.,n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + , past participle of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ (of) the highest degree.
breed_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_to produce (offspring); give birth to.
grampus_2_n._Alteration (perhaps influenced by  ), of Middle English from Old French , from Medieval Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ._ kind of small whale; blackfish; killer whale.
thorn_1_noun_English, from Old English; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit ,  -- before 12th century_a short, spiny protrusion on a plant stem or branch.
lacustrine_3_a._French or Italian (from Latin ,  ) +   ._ pertaining to lakes. 
hedonic_3_a._Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to pleasure. 
stipes_2_n._New Latin  , from Latin,  ._ stock; stalk. 
arable_3_a.,n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from ,  ._ (land) used or suitable for ploughing.
allot_2_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin , Germanic ; akin to Old English  -- 15th century_to designate as a portion.
itinerant_4_a._Late Latin  present participle of ,  , from Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ journeying from place to place; 
hispid_2_a._Latin ._ bristly. 
manifest_3_adjective, transitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_clear and unmistakable to the eye or mind; plain; obvious.
beriberi_4_n._Sinhalese, reduplication of ,  ._ Eastern disease, similar to peripheral neuritis, due to deficiency of vitamin B 1.
balletomane_4_n._French  : ,  ; see   + ,   (from Greek . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ person fanatically devoted to ballet. 
fulgent_2_a._Middle English, from Latin  present participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ radiant. 
shortsighted_3_adjective_unknown_unable to evaluate future consequences of present actions; lacking foresight.
terse_1_adjective_,  -- 1601_effectively brief and to the point; concise; pithy.
otic_2_a._Greek , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to the ear. 
progress_2_noun_English, from Latin , , ,  -- 15th century_movement toward a specific end; advance.
acolyte_3_noun_English, from Middle French Medieval Latin; Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Middle Greek , from Greek, , from Greek  -- 14th century_a person who assists a clergyman in religious services, esp. Roman Catholic.
brutal_2_adjective_English, from Middle French Medieval Latin; Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_exceptionally savage, merciless, or cruel.
actuary_4_n._Latin ,  , from ,  , from neuter pl. past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ expert on insurance statistics and tables of expectation of life. 
triad_2_n._Late Latin  , from Greek,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ group of three; 
obnoxious_3_adjective_, ,  -- 1597_extremely unpleasant or offensive.
malicious_3_adjective_unknown_characterized by or displaying malice.
alpestrine_3_a._From Medieval Latin , from Latin    ._ pertaining to alpine zone.
bias_2_noun, adjective, adverb, transitive verb_French  -- 1530_a line diagonal to the grain, esp. of a woven fabric.
geisha_2_n._Japanese  : ,   (from Middle Chinese ) + ,   (from Middle Chinese )._ Japanese dancing or singing girl.
meiosis_3_n._Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ litotes; misrepresentation of thing as being less than its actual size or importance; 
hebdomad_3_n._Latin  ,  , from Greek, from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ (group of) seven; a week. 
canicular_4_a._Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  , diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to dog star or dog days.
lentisk_2_n._Middle English , from Latin ._ lentiscus.
aspect_2_noun_English, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_an element or part.
kava_2_n._Tongan,  ._ kind of pepper plant of Australasia, with root from which strong drink is made.
weakness_2_noun_unknown_the quality or condition of being weak.
ecchymosis_4_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ discoloured spot due to effusion of blood into tissue. 
cerumen_3_n._New Latin, from Latin ,  . See  ._ wax of ear. 
hemeralopia_6_n._New Latin, from Greek ,    : ,   + ,   + ,  ; see  ._ ability to see only in faint or no light; day blindness. 
dashing_2_adjective_English  -- 13th century_bold and gallant; exciting; daring.
dire_1_adjective_; akin to Greek , Sanskrit  -- 1567_causing or involving horror, fear, or suffering.
subulate_3_a._New Latin , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ long and tapering; awl-shaped. 
stipulate_3_v.i.,v.t._Latin  ,  ._ bargain; guarantee; demand as a condition. 
ozocerite_4_n._Greek ,   + Greek ,   +   ._ kind of waxy mineral.
chubby_2_adjective_ -- 1722_plump and round.
tough_1_adjective, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_hard to break; durable.
silo_2_n._Spanish._ storage pit or building for silage.
stative_2_a._Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ (of a verb) denoting a state rather than an action; 
oolong_2_n._Chinese (Mandarin) ,    : ,   + ,  ._ dark China tea, partly fermented before drying.
meerschaum_2_n._German  : ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots)._ white fine clayey silicate of magnesium; smoking pipe made or partly made of this.
horror_2_noun, adjective_English , from Middle French , from Latin, , from akin to Sanskrit  -- 14th century_an overpowering and painful feeling of fear, shock, dread, or revulsion.
markhor_2_n._Persian  : ,   (from Avestan ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Old Iranian * . See  )._ wild goat of NW India.
angary_3_n._Late Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,  ._ right of belligerent to take or destroy property of neutral, subject to compensation.
onanism_3_n._After , son of Judah (Genesis 38:9)._ masturbation. 
dramatic_3_adjective_unknown_of, pertaining to, or possessing drama.
implicit_3_a._Latin , variant of , past participle of ,  . See  ._ implied though not expressed; without question or doubt.
antinomy_4_n._Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ legal contradiction; contradiction between logical conclusions. 
kauri_2_n._Maori ._ gum- and timber-yielding tree of New Zealand; its white timber; its resin found in lumps in ground.
track_1_noun_English , from Middle French , Germanic ; akin to Middle Dutch ,  -- 15th century_a structure consisting of a pair of parallel rails connected by crosspieces, on which trains or trolleys travel.
pogrom_2_n._Russian,  , from ,    : ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from ,  )._ wholesale massacre of a class or race, especially of Jews in Russia.
contribution_4_noun_unknown_the act of contributing.
mithridatism_4_n._After  ,  ._ immunity from poison obtained by consuming series of small doses. 
galliard_2_a._Middle English , from Old French ,  ._ gay; gallant; 
secant_2_n._From Latin  present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ cutting (line), especially one cutting curve at two points; radius produced through one end of arc to meet tangent drawn to other end; ratio of this line to radius (
murky_2_adjective_unknown_dark or gloomy.
mendacious_3_a._From Latin ,  , from  ,  ._ telling lies, especially habitually. 
boast_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English  -- 14th century_to talk with an excess of pride, esp. about oneself; brag.
mercurial_4_a._Middle English,  , from Latin ,  , from ,  ._ pertaining to or containing mercury; lively in mind; volatile. 
huffy_2_adjective_unknown_easily irritated or quickly offended; touchy; sulky.
buccal_2_a._From Latin ,  ._ pertaining to mouth or cheek.
celerity_3_noun_English , from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_speed in human action or motion; alacrity.
scratch_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English ,  -- 15th century_to mark or damage the surface of by scraping with or against something sharp.
caducous_3_a._From Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ of short duration; 
emasculate_4_v.t. or a._Latin   : ,   + ,  , diminutive of ,  ._ castrate; weaken; deprive of vigour; render inoffensive., 
scrivener_3_n._Middle English , from , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin *  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ writer-out of documents; lawyer. 
troublesome_3_adjective_unknown_causing anxiety, worry, or bother.
transom_2_n._Middle English , probably alteration of Latin ,  , from ,  . See  ._ horizontal or transverse beam or bar.
curiosity_5_noun_unknown_the desire to learn or know.
obtest_2_v.t._Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ beseech; invoke; adjure. 
misfortune_3_noun_unknown_an instance of bad luck; unfortunate occurrence.
aliquot_3_a.,n._Latin ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ (number) contained an exact number of times in another number; equal share; 
brevet_2_n._Middle English,  , from Anglo-Norman, diminutive of ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ commission giving army officer honorary higher rank. 
disposal_3_noun_unknown_a giving away or a getting rid of something.
mansuetude_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ sweetness of temper; tameness.
condition_3_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Latin , , ,  -- 14th century_a specific state of being of something or someone.
controversial_4_adjective_unknown_of, relating to, or characterized by controversy.
adumbrate_3_v.t._Latin  ,    : ,   + ,  ._ shadow forth; outline; sketch out. 
conciliar_4_a._From Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to council.
moa_2_n._Maori._ extinct ostrich-like flightless bird of New Zealand.
eutectic_3_a.,n._From Greek ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  )._ (alloy) having lowest possible melting point. 
fracture_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_the act of breaking or the state of being broken, esp. a bone.
regulation_4_noun, adjective_unknown_a principle, rule, or law designed to regulate behavior or conduct.
reparation_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin  ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See   ._ compensation. 
biting_2_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- before 12th century_stinging; smarting.
ptosis_2_n._Greek ,  , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ prolapse; drooping of eyelid. 
insanity_4_noun_unknown_persistent or permanent mental disorder or derangement.
mad_1_adjective_English , from Old English , , from akin to Old High German ,  -- before 12th century_not of sound mind; temporarily deranged; insane, irrational, or maddened.
helium_3_n._From Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ non-inflammable, lighter-than-air, inert gas.
chigoe_2_n._Possibly from Galibi , or  ; see   ._ flea; chigger; jigger.
internecine_4_a._Latin ,  , variant of , from ,    : ,  ; see   +  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ causing death and destruction, especially mutual.
tickle_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English ; akin to Old English  -- 14th century_to touch, stroke, or poke (someone or part of someone's body) so as to produce a tingling or itching sensation or spasmodic laughter or movement.
area_3_noun_, akin to Latin  -- 1538_a place or region.
abstruse_2_adjective_, , ,  -- 1599_difficult to comprehend or understand; esoteric; arcane.
amphoteric_4_a._From Greek ,  , from ,  ._ of both kinds; 
hyoscine_3_n._German , from New Latin ,  , from Greek ,    : , genitive of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ sleep-inducing drug obtained from plants of nightshade family. 
lucarne_2_n._French, from Old French, alteration (influenced by ,  ), of Old Provençal possibly of Germanic origin._ dormer window.
arietta_4_n._Italian, diminutive of ,  . See  ._ short aria.
passim_2_adv._Latin, from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ 'everywhere'; recurring frequently or here and there.
tyke_1_noun_unknown_a small dog, esp. a mongrel.
vanquish_2_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin  -- 14th century_to subdue or defeat by or as if by greater force; conquer; overcome.
tragopan_3_n._Latin ,  , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ kind of bright-hued Asiatic pheasant.
orifice_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Late Latin  : Latin  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ opening for entrance or exit.
liking_2_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_a feeling of preference, enjoyment, or fondness.
duty_2_noun_English , from Anglo-French , from Old French  -- 13th century_ethical, legal, or moral obligation.
consistent_3_adjective_,  -- 1647_steadily conforming to a regular style or pattern; not varying.
interested_4_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin,  , third person sing. present tense of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ showing curiosity or concern about; involved or implicated in (and therefore not impartial).
ostensible_4_a._French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ apparent, professed.
pheromone_3_n._Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots +  ._ hormone-like substance which, when secreted by an animal, can directly influence other animals of the same species, by contact, odour, etc.
jamboree_3_noun_ -- 1864_(informal) a noisy or enthusiastic party or celebration.
morpheme_2_n._French , blend of Greek ,  , and French ,  ; see  ._ smallest element of language to have meaning or grammatical function. 
clean_1_adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German ,  -- before 12th century_not dirty or stained; unsoiled.
anna_2_n._Hindi , from Sanskrit ,  ._ coin valued at sixteenth part of rupee; one-sixteenth.
element_3_noun_English, from Old French Latin; Old French, from Latin  -- 13th century_a part of any whole.
bauxite_2_n._After Les , a commune of southeast France._ earthy mineral compound yielding aluminium.
surrogate_3_n._Middle English, from Latin , past participle of ,  , variant of . See  ._ substitute; deputy, especially for bishop; 
phenomenal_4_adjective_unknown_amazing or extraordinary.
curculio_4_n._New Latin ,  , from Latin ,  ._ fruit weevil.
wrong_1_adjective, adverb, noun_English, from Old English , ,  -- before 12th century_not true, factual, or correct.
tritium_3_n._From Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ isotope of hydrogen of mass number 3.
batiste_2_n._French, from Old French, perhaps after of Cambrai, 13th-century textile maker._ fine linen; cambric; fine cotton or wool fabric, especially as treated for use as antiseptic dressing.
defect_2_noun, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_a flaw, error, or other imperfection.
alluvion_4_n._Latin  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ impact of water on shore; flood; alluvium.
watch_1_intransitive verb_English , from Old English  -- before 12th century_to look closely or with uninterrupted attention.
fight_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German Latin  -- before 12th century_a battle, struggle, or angry disagreement.
battue_2_n._French, feminine of past participle of ,  , from Old French . See   ._ driving of game towards guns; shooting-party of that kind; massacre of helpless persons.
turmoil_2_noun_ -- 1526_a state of great agitation, disturbance, or confused excitement; commotion; tumult.
pentadactyl_4_a._Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ having five fingers or toes to each hand or foot. 
refute_2_v.t._Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ prove to be false or wrong. 
amblyopia_5_n._New Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots +  ,  ; see  ._ partial loss of sight not due to disease of eye; early stage of amaurosis.
erode_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1612_to slowly wear away, eat into, or destroy by the action of friction or the like.
monophthong_3_n._Late Greek  : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ._ single vowel sound. 
cheerful_2_adjective_unknown_full of cheer or good spirits; happy.
junta_2_n._Spanish, and Portuguese,   probably from Vulgar Latin * , from feminine past participle of Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ council; any administrative body; clique. 
hopeful_2_adjective, noun_unknown_indicating or expressing hope.
ossify_3_v.i._Latin  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ change into bone; become set in one's ways. 
parure_2_n._French, from Old French,  , from ,  . See  ._ set of jewels or other ornaments.
chain_1_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin  -- 14th century_a series of connected links, usu. made of metal, used for attaching, pulling, binding, or ornamentation.
proponent_3_n._Latin  present participle of ,  . See  ._ proposer; person arguing in favour of something.
join_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old French , from Latin  -- 13th century_to put, bring, fasten, or connect together.
clot_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Middle High German ,  -- before 12th century_a thickened lump or mass of liquid, such as blood.
passible_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ capable of feeling; impressionable.
oersted_2_n._After Hans Christian (1777-1851), Danish physicist._ unit of magnetic field strength or intensity.
law_1_noun_English, from Old English , Scandinavian ; akin to Old Norse ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_the set of customs, statutes, or rules that govern a society.
gallimaufry_4_n._French , from Old French ,    : probably ,  ; see   + ,   (from Middle Dutch ,  ,  )._ hash of liver and other organs; hotch-potch.
polemic_3_a._French , from Greek ,  , from ,  ._ disputatious; pertaining to argument 
travel_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Old French  -- 14th century_to journey from place to place.
chore_1_noun_ -- 1746_a routine task, esp. around the house or yard.
vocative_3_a._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin ,  , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ used when addressing a person; 
abele_2_n._Dutch , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , diminutive of Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ white poplar.
pollack_2_n._Alteration of Scots ._ cod-like food fish.
blessing_2_noun_English, from Old English , ;  -- before 12th century_an act of one who blesses, or the words spoken as part of such an act.
yahoo_2_n._From , member of a race of brutes in   by Jonathan Swift._ member of brutish, quasi-human species in Swift's 
idiot_3_noun_English, from Latin , from Greek , , from akin to Latin  -- 14th century_a stupid person; imbecile; fool.
cruciform_3_a._Latin  ,   +  ._ cross-shaped.
musicale_3_n._French, from ,  , feminine of , from ,  . See  ._ musical evening; private concert.
iridium_4_n._From Latin  ,  ; see   +  ._ rare, hard, platinum-like metal.
excrement_3_n._Latin , from  ,  . See  ._ waste matter discharged from body. 
sight_1_noun_English, from Old English , akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_the ability to see; vision.
circumjacent_4_a._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ surrounding. 
ghost_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_the spirit of someone who has died, esp. one that is believed to have returned to earth to haunt a place or living people.
ahimsa_3_n._Sanskrit  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   (from ,  )._ principle of non-violence towards any living creature, in Hinduism and Buddhism.
upsilon_3_n._Late Greek ,   was given the same pronunciation in Late Greek as  )  : ,   + , neuter of ,  ._ twentieth letter of Greek alphabet.
draconic_3_a._From Latin  ,  . See  ._ like or pertaining to a dragon.
scopula_3_n._Latin ,  , diminutive of ,  ._ brush-like tuft of hairs on legs of some spiders.
animus_3_n._Latin. See in Indo-European Roots._ strong hostility; 
environment_4_noun_unknown_the sum of surrounding objects, influences, and conditions; surroundings.
hear_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_to perceive with the ears.
ichnography_4_n._Latin  : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ._ map; ground plan; making of maps and plans. 
agnomen_3_n._Latin  : ,   (influenced by ,  ) + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ additional name. 
secret_2_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , , ,  -- 14th century_concealed from others; private.
disconnected_4_adjective_unknown_not connected; separated.
daguerreotype_4_n._French, after   ._ early 19th-century kind of photograph invented by L. J. M. Daguerre.
leviathan_4_n._Middle English,  , from Late Latin, from Hebrew . See in Semitic Roots._ sea monster mentioned in Bible; any gigantic creature or work.
cultivation_4_noun_unknown_the act of cultivating.
calendar_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ system determining the length, starting point and subdivisions of the year; table, chart, etc. showing days, weeks and months of a particular year; schedule of events, engagements, etc.; 
lucubrate_3_v.i._Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ study laboriously, especially at night; work by artificial light. 
runaway_3_noun, adjective_unknown_one who has fled or run away; fugitive.
milliary_4_a._Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to miles, especially ancient Roman.
kobold_2_n._German, from Middle High German . See  ._ sprite in German folklore.
lunacy_3_noun_ -- 1541_mental derangement; insanity.
clandestine_3_a._Latin , probably blend of * ,   (from . See   in Indo-European Roots), and ,  ; see  ._ secret; illicit.
malignant_3_adjective_Latin ,  -- circa 1545_evil or injurious in intent, effect, or character.
haphazard_3_adjective, adverb, noun_ -- 1576_not organized or based on reason or logic; without aim or purpose.
dead_1_adjective, noun, adverb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Old High German  -- before 12th century_lacking normal life functions; not alive.
deserve_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_to be qualified for or worthy of; merit.
quenelle_2_n._French, from German , from Middle High German, diminutive of ,  , from Old High German ._ fish or meat forcemeat ball.
barefaced_2_adjective_unknown_with no covering over the face.
salon_2_n._French, from Italian , augmentative of ,  ,  ._ 'drawing-room'; reception at which famous persons are present; hostess's circle of fashionable or famous acquaintances.
kaolin_3_n._French, from Chinese (Mandarin)    ._ china clay, used in porcelain manufacture and in medicine.
gracious_2_adjective, interjection_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_inclined to do what is polite, kind, right, or considerate.
hallucination_5_noun_unknown_a false or distorted but compelling sensory perception, as induced by drugs or by mental derangement such as schizophrenia.
govern_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Latin , from Greek  -- 14th century_to rule over or in by political or sovereign authority.
cinquain_2_n._French ,   (from Old French . See  ) +  ._ group of five, especially five-line stanza.
antagonist_4_noun_unknown_a person who contends or fights with another; enemy, competitor, or adversary.
arrant_2_a._Variant of  ._ unmitigated; infamous.
lycanthrope_3_n._Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ werewolf. 
circumlocution_5_n._Middle English , from Latin  , from , past participle of  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ roundabout phrase or talk. 
justify_3_transitive verb_English , from Middle French Late Latin; Middle French , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to demonstrate (something) to be true or valid.
repress_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to restrain or prevent the expression of (feelings, utterances, or the like).
condemn_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to express extreme disapproval of; declare to be wrong, inadequate, or evil.
cloud_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Greek  -- 14th century_a visible body, usu. white or gray, of fine water droplets high in the earth's atmosphere.
arrears_2_plural noun_English , from Middle French, from Vulgar Latin , from Latin ,  -- 1620_a debt that is late in being paid.
experienced_4_adjective_unknown_wise or knowledgeable as a result of accumulating experience.
decrepit_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin  -- 15th century_in a poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out.
potpourri_3_n._French (translation of Spanish ) : ,  ; see   + , past participle of ,   (from Old French , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin . See  )._ mixture of dried petals  spices to scent a room; miscellany of music or literature, etc.; medley.
buran_2_n._Russian, probably from Tatar._ sudden violent storm of Central Asia.
dubiety_4_n._Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ doubt; doubtful matter. 
seraglio_3_n._Italian ,  , probably partly from Vulgar Latin * ,   (from * ,  , from Latin , from ,  ), and partly from Turkish ,   (from Persian ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ harem; palace of sultan.
gloomy_2_adjective_unknown_dim or dark; dreary or dismal.
ordnance_2_n._Middle English , variant of ,  . See  ._ military stores or supplies; artillery.
psephology_4_n._Greek ,   +  ._ scientific analysis of political elections and polls. 
cupreous_3_a._From Late Latin , from ,  . See   ._ pertaining to or like copper.
exit_2_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_, ,  -- 1538_a way out.
ambiguous_4_a._From Latin ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ of uncertain meaning. 
cybernetics_4_n._From Greek ,  , from ,  ._ comparative study of control and communication in living organisms and machines.
predicable_4_a.,n._Late Latin , from ,  . See  ._ affirmable (thing); attribute. 
abrogate_3_v.t._Latin   : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ cancel formally; repeal. 
kudos_2_noun_ -- 1926_(used with a sing. or pl. verb) praise, honor, and appreciation for work done or status achieved.
fealty_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ loyalty; duty, especially of vassal to feudal lord.
stultify_3_v.t._Late Latin ,    : Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,  ._ make to seem foolish; frustrate; make futile. 
flair_1_noun_, from Old French, , from Late Latin , Latin  -- 1881_an innate ability; knack.
consummate_3_a._Middle English , from Latin   : ,   + ,  ; see   ._ perfect; entirely complete; 
picador_3_n._Spanish, from ,  . See  ._ mounted bull-fighter with lance.
scorbutic_3_a._New Latin , from ,  ,  ._ (person) suffering from scurvy; pertaining to or like scurvy.
avow_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin ,  . See  ._ openly acknowledge; affirm. 
offend_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_1 to anger, annoy, or provoke resentment in.
torsion_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Late Latin  ,  , variant of Latin , from , past particple of ,  . See  ._ act of twisting; state of being twisted. 
herbivorous_4_a._From New Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ._ feeding on plants. 
ludicrous_3_adjective_, , from akin to Greek  -- 1782_worthy of mockery; laughable and ridiculous.
friendly_2_adjective, adverb_unknown_of, relating to, or typical of a friend.
crucible_3_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin ,  , possibly from Old French ,  . See  ._ vessel for fusing metals; melting-pot.
mimic_2_transitive verb, noun, adjective_unknown_to playfully copy or imitate the behavior, expression, or speech of.
shallop_2_n._French , from Dutch ,  ; see  , or perhaps from obsolete French ,   (from Old French , from ,  . See   )._ light river boat with sail and oars.
lodge_1_noun_unknown_a cabin, hut, or other shelter intended for use by skiers, hunters, or the like.
dysmenorrhea_5_n._New Latin  :   + Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots +  ._ painful menstruation. 
palimpsest_3_n._Latin , from Greek , neuter of ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ parchment, etc., of which first writing has been erased to enable it to be used again. 
intumesce_3_v.i._Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,  , inchoative of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ swell; bubble, especially owing to heat. 
azimuth_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Arabic , pl. of ,    : ,   + ,   (from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ angular distance, measured along horizon, of object from north or south points; angle between meridian and the great circle which passes through both zenith and heavenly body. 
cretin_2_n._French , from French dialectal,  , from Vulgar Latin * ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ mentally and physically deficient person, generally a large- headed dwarf, whose condition is due to deficient thyroid secretion. 
burrstone_2_n._Variant of    +  ._ flinty rock used for millstones; millstone made of this.
frutescent_3_a._Latin ,   +  ._ like a shrub. 
oppress_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_to treat harshly, brutally, or unfairly.
animism_3_n._From Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ belief in the possession of a soul by inanimate objects; belief in existence of soul separate from matter; spiritualism. 
tone_1_noun_English, from Latin , from Greek , akin to Greek  -- 14th century_a sound with reference to its pitch, strength, or duration.
batophobia_5_n._Greek ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ fear of heights, or of being close to high buildings.
assorted_3_adjective_French , from Latin  -- 15th century_of different kinds or sorts, collected together; variety.
sour_1_adjective, noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_having a tart or acid taste, like that of lemon juice or vinegar.
orchitis_3_n._Greek ,   +  ._ inflammation of testicles. 
woman_2_noun, adjective_English, from Old English , ,  -- before 12th century_an adult female human.
scrape_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old Norse ; akin to Old English , Latin , Russian  -- 14th century_to rub the surface of with something sharp or abrasive, as for cleaning or removing material.
gourami_3_n._Malay ,  ,  ._ large freshwater SE Asian food fish.
incondite_3_a._Latin  : ,  ; see    + , past participle of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ badly composed or put together; unpolished.
adult_2_adjective, noun_,  -- 1531_having grown to maturity.
dynamic_3_adjective_, from Greek , ,  -- 1827_constantly active or changing, usu. in productive ways.
jacinth_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , or from Medieval Latin both from Latin . See  ._ orange-coloured variety of the gem hyacinth. 
loose_1_adjective, adverb, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old Norse ; akin to Old High German  -- 13th century_not restrained or confined; free.
irate_2_adjective_unknown_very angry; furious or indignant.
grenadine_3_n._French, from ,  , from Old French . See  ._ sweet fruit syrup; light thin dress fabric.
equipage_3_n._French , from ,  . See  ._ horse-drawn carriage; equipment and appurtenances; 
gabbro_2_n._Italian, perhaps from Latin ,  ._ granular kind of igneous rock. 
alkahest_3_n._Medieval Latin , first used by Paracelsus (1493-1541), and said to have been coined by him in imitation of Arabic words._ universal solvent sought by alchemists.
figurine_3_n._French, from Italian , diminutive of ,  , from Latin . See  ._ statuette.
trash_1_noun, transitive verb_Scandinavian ; akin to Norwegian ; akin to Old Norse , Old English  -- circa 1518_anything considered worthless or useless, and usu. discarded; rubbish; garbage.
choric_2_a._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to chorus in ancient Greek tragedy.
taste_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , Latin ,  -- 14th century_to experience and recognize the flavor of by putting into the mouth.
atheling_3_n._Middle English, from Old English ._ Anglo-Saxon noble; prince, especially heir apparent.
sepoy_2_n._Probably from Portuguese , from Urdu , from Persian,  , from ,  ._ formerly, Indian native soldier in British service.
enliven_3_transitive verb_unknown_to cause to be lively or cheerful.
stabile_2_a._Latin ,  . See   ._ stationary; 
little_2_adjective, adverb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_small in size.
droop_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Old Norse ; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_to hang or sink down; bend limply.
holograph_3_n._From Late Latin ,  , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ writing wholly in handwriting of its author; hologram. 
diatribe_3_n._Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ violent speech or writing; denunciation.
summarize_3_transitive verb_unknown_to restate in a concise form.
impure_2_adjective_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_mixed with or contaminated by other things, esp. of inferior quality; adulterated or polluted.
certainty_3_noun_unknown_the state of being assured, confident, or positive.
party_2_noun, adjective, intransitive verb_English , from Old French,  -- 14th century_a social gathering at which there are conversation, entertainment, and refreshments.
arraign_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin * ,    : Latin ,   + Latin  ,  ; see  ._ call to account; bring before judicial court. 
tenant_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French,  -- 14th century_a person or group that occupies or uses another's house, office, building, or land, esp. in exchange for rent.
calenture_3_n._Spanish , from ,  , from Latin  present participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ sunstroke, or other fever or delirium due to heat.
darnel_2_n._Middle English._ tall, awned grass, a weed of corn-fields.
ophthalmia_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , and Medieval Latin both from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See  ._ inflammation of eye. 
arachnoid_3_a._New Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ like a spider; like a spider's web; 
terricolous_4_a._From Latin ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ living in or on ground.
erysipelas_5_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ disease marked by fever and inflammation of skin, especially of face; St. Anthony's fire. 
attenuate_4_v.t._Latin   : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ make thin; dilute; weaken; 
cheerless_2_adjective_unknown_without joy or cheer; gloomy, dreary, or dismal.
rudimentary_5_adjective_unknown_of or pertaining to the basic or first principles; elementary.
agraffe_2_n._French , from ,    : ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from ,  , from Old High German )._ hook, especially on piano-string to prevent rattle.
imprimatur_4_n._From New Latin ,  , third person sing. present subjunctive passive of Latin ,  . See   ._ licence to print; approval.
coruscate_3_v.i._Latin  ,  ._ sparkle; flash. 
angelica_4_n._Medieval Latin ,  , from Late Latin, feminine of ,  , from Late Greek , from Greek,  , from ,  ._ aromatic plant yielding oil used in medicine and cookery; sugared stalks of angelica.
dainty_2_adjective_English , from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_small and delicately pretty.
ergograph_3_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ instrument measuring work involved in contracting a muscle. 
paraesthesia_4_n._New Latin  :    + Greek ,  ; see  ._ tingling sensation on skin. 
flimsy_2_adjective_ -- 1702_not solid or substantial; fragile; weak.
evil_2_adjective, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_morally or spiritually corrupt.
radical_3_adjective, noun_English, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_of or relating to roots, origins, or fundamental characteristics; basic.
pentameter_4_n._Latin, from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see   ._ verse line of five feet. 
pant_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , from Greek , ,  -- 14th century_to breathe in rapid short gasps, as after hard exercise.
hammer_2_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old Church Slavonic , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_a hand tool having a solid, heavy head set across a handle and used to pound, indent, or beat metal, nails, or the like into shape or place, or any similar device.
imitate_3_transitive verb_,  -- 1534_to follow the manner or pattern of; attempt to resemble; mimic.
drain_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English  -- before 12th century_to remove a liquid from, esp. by means of flow through a pipe.
cession_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ act of ceding, especially rights, property or territory. 
overt_2_a._Middle English, from Old French, past participle of ,  , from Vulgar Latin * , alteration (influenced by Latin ,  ), of Latin ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ unconcealed.
cumbersome_3_adjective_unknown_awkward or unmanageable because of size, shape, or weight.
orpine_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from ,  . See  ._ kind of stone-crop; 
exclusive_3_adjective, noun_unknown_leaving out.
paradox_3_n._Latin , from Greek , from neuter sing. of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ apparently self-contradictory statement; heterodox statement. 
interstice_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from * , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ small opening or space, especially intervening. 
bloodshed_2_noun_unknown_the spilling of blood through injury or violence, esp. the destruction of living beings; warfare.
substantive_3_a._Middle English ,  , from Old French,  , from Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or like a substance or entity; existing alone; independent; substantial; solid; essential; real, actual; 
somnolent_3_a._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ sleepy; causing, or resembling, sleep. 
rhetoric_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from Greek ,  , feminine of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ art of effective expression in words; oratory; bombastic language. 
cabin_2_noun_English , from Middle French, from Old Provencal , from Medieval Latin  -- 14th century_a small dwelling, usu. rough and simple in style and construction.
vignette_2_n._French, from Old French, diminutive of ,  . See  ._ small, ornamental illustration without frame or with background shaded off; slight portrait or character sketch.
pendulous_3_a._From Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ hanging down; free to swing.
depress_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to cause to be unhappy or dejected.
integer_3_n._From Latin,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ whole number; entity; 
embrace_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French , from Old French ,  -- 14th century_to clasp in one's arms; hug.
glockenspiel_3_n._German  : , pl. of ,   (from Middle High German, from Old High German , of imitative origin) + ,  ; see  ._ xylophone-like musical instrument, especially with metal bars.
mannerism_3_noun_unknown_a distinctive and habitual style of behavior.
broad_1_adjective, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_wide; large; spacious.
disability_5_noun_unknown_the condition or state of incapacity, esp. as caused by an injury, congenital defect, illness, or the like.
asteriated_5_a._From Greek ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ having star-like rays.
reserpine_3_n._German , from shortening and alteration of New Latin ,    :   + Late Latin , feminine of ,  ; see  ._ sedative drug.
quadrant_2_n._Middle English,  , from Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ quarter of circumference of circle; instrument for measuring altitudes. 
strongyle_2_n._New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  ._ parasitic roundworm; spicule. 
vigintillion_4_n._Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ a million novemdecillions (10
humus_2_n._Latin,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ soil containing decayed vegetable matter. 
limbo_2_n._Middle English, from Medieval Latin ,  , ablative of ,  , from Latin,  ._ oblivion; place for unwanted or neglected things; dwelling- place of souls of persons excluded from heaven but not through sin, as unbaptized infants, etc.
grueling_3_adjective_ -- 1852_extremely tiring or demanding; arduous.
maudlin_2_a._Alteration of  ,  ._ sentimental; tearful, especially when drunk.
declension_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin  ,  . See  ._ decline; 
halcyon_3_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek ,  , alteration (influenced by ,  , and ,  ), of ._ sea bird supposed to calm the waves while nesting on them; kingfisher, especially Australian; 
amphimacer_4_n._Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ metrical foot comprising one long, one short and one long syllable; cretic.
shrill_1_adjective, intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English; akin to Old English  -- 13th century_having, producing, or characterized by a high piercing sound.
noisome_2_adjective_English , , from Old French ,  -- 14th century_offensive or disgusting, esp. in smell; foul.
draw_1_transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse ,  -- before 12th century_to move by pulling or dragging.
senary_3_a._Latin , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ having six as base; six-fold. 
laugh_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to express amusement, happiness, mirth, derision, or other emotions by making nonverbal sounds with the mouth and distorting the face in an expression like a smile.
peregrine_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Medieval Latin ,  , from Latin,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ kind of falcon used in sport.
clod_1_noun_English , from Old English  -- 15th century_a lump of earth or clay.
hurry_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_from Middle English  -- 1592_to move or act with speed; hasten (sometimes fol. by up).
enantiomorph_5_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ either of a pair of asymmetric figures that are mirror images of each other, 
tectonic_3_a._Late Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ structural; 
grateful_2_adjective_, from Latin  -- 1552_feeling or showing appreciation for kindnesses or benefits; thankful.
chinchilla_3_n._Spanish,  ._ small, squirrel-like S American rodent; its soft fur; 
sad_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- 13th century_despondent, unhappy, or sorrowful.
agoraphobia_6_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ morbid fear of open spaces.
escritoire_3_n._Obsolete French, from Old French ,  , from Medieval Latin . See  ._ writing-table. 
mercenary_4_adjective_English, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_interested only in money and material gain.
fanfaronade_4_n._French , from Spanish ,  , from ,  , perhaps from Arabic ,  , from ,  ._ boasting; bluster; blast on trumpets.
indigenous_4_a._From Latin ,  . See  ._ native; aboriginal; inherent. 
particular_4_adjective, noun_English , from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_of or pertaining to a single person, thing, or event; not general.
sputnik_2_n._Russian ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ a satellite, spacecraft.
fabricate_3_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to construct or create.
canker_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old North French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_an ulcerous sore, esp. inside the mouth.
candent_2_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ white-hot.
lure_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , Germanic ; akin to Middle High German ; akin to Old English , Old High German  -- 14th century_anything that attracts by some desirable quality.
eccentric_3_adjective, noun_English, from Medieval Latin , from Greek ,  -- circa 1630_not adhering to the recognized or accepted manner, behavior, or thinking; unconventional; peculiar.
impression_3_noun_unknown_a strong feeling or idea resulting from experience or perception.
effrontery_4_noun_, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- 1697_shameless impudence; insolence.
mishmash_2_noun_English Yiddish; Middle English , Yiddish ,  -- 15th century_a jumbled mess; hodgepodge.
appropriate_4_a._Middle English , from Late Latin , past participle of ,    : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ apt; suitable. 
bougie_2_n._French, from Old French,  , after (Bejaïa), a city of northern Algeria._ wax candle; flexible medical instrument for insertion into body passages; suppository.
theme_1_noun_English , from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , from Greek,  -- 14th century_the central topic of a speech, discourse, sermon, essay, or other literary work.
hypermetropia_6_n._Greek ,   ( ,   + ,  ; see   ) +  ._ longsightedness. 
lupus_2_n._Latin, from ,  . See  ._ tuberculous skin disease, with red patches or ulcers on face. 
firkin_2_n._Middle English , probably from Middle Dutch * , diminutive of ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ small cask; measure of capacity: nine gallons.
liturgy_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,  , from earlier  : ,   (from , dialectal variant of ,  ) + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ body of church services and ritual. 
debility_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ weakness. 
traverse_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun, adjective_English , from Middle French , , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to go over, along, or through; cover or cross.
trickle_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English,  -- 14th century_to fall or flow in drops or in a thin, weak stream.
double_2_adverb_English, from Old French, from Latin Greek , ; from akin to Old English ,  -- 13th century_doubly; in two.
arsenal_3_noun_, from Arabic  -- 1555_a building used for the storage or manufacture of weapons, munitions, and other military equipment; armory.
puisne_2_a._Old French  : ,   (ultimately from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ inferior; junior.
declivity_4_n._Latin , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ downward slope. 
antibody_4_n._Translation of German  : ,   (from Latin ,  ) + ,  ._ substance in blood that neutralizes specific harmful substances.
play_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old English , Middle Dutch  -- before 12th century_a composition written for the stage; drama.
startle_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English ,  -- 1530_to cause to move suddenly or involuntarily.
cerebrum_3_n._Latin,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ brain, especially fore part. 
calcine_2_v.i. v.t._Middle English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin  ,  . See  ._ convert or be converted into powder or lime by burning; roast. 
pour_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English  -- 14th century_to enable (a liquid or granular substance such as salt) to flow or stream, as from a container.
formic_2_a._From Latin ,  ._ pertaining to ants. 
reveille_3_n._Alteration of French , second person pl. imperative of ,  , from Old French  : ,   + ,   (from Vulgar Latin *  : Latin ,   + Latin ,   from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ signal to waken soldiers, sounded on drum or bugle.
divert_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to turn aside or away from something; deflect.
feretory_4_n._Middle English, from Anglo-Norman , from Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ shrine; chapel for bier; bier.
venial_3_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ forgivable; not criminal. 
treachery_3_noun_English , from Old French, , from Vulgar Latin  -- 13th century_violation of faith or allegiance; betrayal.
calotte_2_n._French, from Provençal , or Italian ._ skull cap, especially of Roman Catholic clergy; small dome.
disobey_3_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 14th century_to fail or refuse to obey.
vitiate_3_v.t._Latin  , from ,  ._ impair; spoil; debase; make useless or impure. 
compress_2_transitive verb, noun_English, from Late Latin , Latin ,  -- 14th century_to press into less space, or condense as though pressing together.
castellan_3_n._Middle English , from Norman French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  , from ,  . See  ._ castle governor. 
wrench_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German Latin ,  -- before 12th century_to twist or bend suddenly and forcibly.
quarto_2_n._Short for Middle English ,  , from Medieval Latin , from Latin, ablative of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ book size made by folding sheet into four leaves: 
dizzy_2_adjective, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_having a sensation of spinning and some loss of balance; giddy.
replica_3_n._Italian, from ,  , from Late Latin . See  ._ exact copy, especially made by artist who made the original. 
obloquy_3_n._Middle English , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ abuse; disgrace. 
viva_2_exclamation_Italian, and Spanish,   both from Latin , third person sing. present subjunctive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ 'long live'; hurrah.
digitigrade_4_a._French  : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin ,  ; see  ._ walking on toes only; 
ablative_3_a._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ signifying agency; 
book_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Gothic  -- before 12th century_a collection of bound paper sheets, usu. containing written or printed words.
acropolis_4_n._Greek  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ fortified elevated part of ancient Greek city. 
effloresce_3_v.i._Latin  : ,   + , inchoative of ,   (from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ flower; burgeon; 
zenith_2_noun_English , from Middle French , from Medieval Latin, from Old Spanish , Arabic  -- 14th century_the point in the sky that is directly over the head of the observer. (Cf. nadir.)
concentrate_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_Latin  -- 1646_to draw together to a center; focus.
servile_2_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_very submissive to another's authority; slavish.
impact_2_noun, transitive verb_,  -- 1601_a forceful coming together of two objects or bodies.
hortative_3_a._Late Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ exhorting; urging. 
construe_2_vt._Middle English , from Late Latin , from Latin,  . See  ._ translate; interpret; analyse grammatically in order to explain meaning.
tubercle_3_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  . See  ._ small knob or outgrowth; small tuber; 
feeling_2_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- before 12th century_a physical sensation produced by touch.
marabou_3_n._French ,  . See   ._ stork-like bird; adjutant bird; its down used in millinery; thin, downy silk.
recrement_3_n._Latin  : ,   +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ redundant matter; dross; 
aba_2_n._Arabic ._ coarse, striped, camel-hair or goat-hair fabric of Arabia; loose Arab coat.
hubbub_2_noun_Irish ; akin to Scottish Gaelic ,  -- 1555_a confusing mix of loud sounds, esp. voices; uproar.
chignon_2_n._French, from Old French ,  , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin ,  ._ knot or 'bun' of hair; pad over which hair is arranged.
stammer_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old Norse ,  -- before 12th century_to speak haltingly and with unintended repetitions of sounds.
heterogeneous_6_a._From Medieval Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ comprising different parts or qualities; diverse. 
romp_1_intransitive verb_;  -- 1706_to move or play in a carefree and lively or boisterous manner.
intromit_3_v.t._Middle English ,  , from Latin ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ insert; admit. 
article_3_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin , akin to Greek  -- 13th century_a single item or thing, esp. one of a class or group.
clothes_1_plural noun_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_articles of dress worn on the body, such as pants, shirts, dresses, or the like; garments; apparel; clothing.
vituperate_4_v.i.,v.t._Latin  ._ speak bitterly, harshly or abusively (of). 
suspire_2_v.i._Middle English ,  , from Old French, from Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ breathe; sigh. 
sycosis_3_n._Latin ,  , Greek , from ,  ._ inflammatory pustular disease of facial hair follicles. 
gambrel_2_n._French dialectal , from Old North French, from ,  , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ horse's hock; kind of roof with pentagonal gable.
prepuce_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  : possibly ,   + * ,  ._ foreskin. 
civility_4_noun_unknown_courteous behavior; politeness.
woe_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Latin  -- before 12th century_great suffering or sorrow.
jacamar_3_n._French,  ._ long-billed brightly-coloured bird of tropical S America.
datura_3_n._New Latin ,  , from Hindi , from Sanskrit ,  ._ narcotic, poisonous weed of nightshade family, of India and other countries; jimson weed. 
vision_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the ability to perceive through sight.
blucher_2_n._After   ._ leather half-boot.
foliate_3_a._Latin ,  , from ,  . See  ._ like or having leaves;, 
theosophy_4_n._Medieval Latin , from Late Greek  : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ._ supposed mystical or philosophical knowledge of God, especially of a Buddhist-like sect, 'The Theosophical Society'. 
hamate_2_a._Latin , from ,  ._ hooked; hook-like. 
muster_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Middle French ,  -- 14th century_to cause (troops or the like) to come together.
emulsion_3_n._New Latin  , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ milky fluid; suspension of oil or resin in watery liquid or vice versa; any dispersion of one liquid in another; coating, containing suspended silver salt, of photographic films and plates. 
supervise_3_transitive verb_Latin , from Latin  -- 1588_to direct or oversee (employees, machines, or the like) during the performance of a task; superintend.
union_2_noun_English, from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_the act of uniting.
maya_2_n._Spanish._ magic; creative power of universe; God's power of manifestation.
jettison_3_v.t._From Middle English ,  , from Anglo-Norman , from Vulgar Latin *  , from * , past participle of ,  . See   ._ throw overboard to lighten ship; cast off as nuisance; discard; 
crambo_2_n._Obsolete ,  , from Latin ,  , from Greek ._ game in which a rhyme has to be found to a given word. 
aubade_2_n._French, from Old French , from Old Provençal , from ,  , from Latin, feminine of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ musical piece performed at or describing dawn.
temperate_3_adjective_English , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_characterized by moderation or self-control; restrained.
marquetry_3_n._French , from Old French, from ,  , from ,  , ultimately from Old Norse ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ art of inlaying; inlaid work.
boulevard_3_n._French, from Old French ,  , from Middle Dutch ,  . See  ._ wide avenue, especially near park or river; fashionable promenade. 
brachypterous_4_a._From Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ having short wings.
ornery_3_adjective_ -- 1816_stubborn, mean, or disagreeable.
arum_2_n._Latin,  , from Greek ._ large-spathed plant, called 'cuckoo-pint' or 'lords and ladies'. 
autodidact_4_n._From Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ self-taught person. 
fear_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_an emotion characterized by alarm, anxiety, and tension, often caused by an expectation of danger or pain; dread.
edentate_3_a._Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   +  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ belonging to the order including anteaters, armadillos, and sloths, lacking incisor and canine teeth.
amphibious_4_a._From Latin , from Greek . See  ._ amphibian.
cinquefoil_2_n._Middle English  : ,  ; see   + ,   (translation of Old French , from Latin , translation of Greek ); see   ._ several plants having leaves divided into five lobes; architectural decoration resembling such leaf.
immoral_3_adjective_unknown_not in accordance with established or accepted rules and standards of right and wrong conduct, esp. those deriving from religious teachings.
solute_2_n._From Middle English,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ in a solution, the substance which is dissolved.
collate_2_v.t._From Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ compare closely; classify; gather the pages (of a document) into their proper sequence.
heterosis_4_n._Late Greek ,  , alteration of Greek , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See  ._ tendency of a cross-bred individual to show greater vigour and capacity for growth than its parents.
fructify_3_v.i.,v.t._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from Latin  : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ become or make fruitful. 
bicipital_4_a._From Latin  ,  . See  ._ pertaining to biceps; bifurcating. 
ultimate_3_adjective_Latin , from Late Latin, from Latin , Latin  -- 1654_last or farthest in a progression; final.
saurian_3_a.,n._From New Latin ,  , from ,  , from Greek ._ (animal) belonging to order including crocodiles, lizards, etc. 
beatitude_4_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ blessedness; bliss; 
adaptation_4_noun_unknown_the act or process of adapting, or the state of being adapted.
nice_1_adjective_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_agreeable; attractive.
fauteuil_2_n._French, from Old French ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ 'armchair'; stall seat in theatre; membership of French Academy.
narghile_3_n._French , obsolete variant of , from Persian , from ,  , from Sanskrit ._ Oriental tobacco pipe in which smoke is drawn through water by a long tube; hookah; hubble-bubble.
biotin_3_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ growth-promoting vitamin of the vitamin B complex, found in liver and yeast.
mordacious_3_a._Latin  (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ tending to bite; caustic, sarcastic. 
secular_3_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin,  , from ,  ._ worldly; non-religious; not belonging to religious order; lasting for centuries; occurring once in a century. 
tack_1_noun_English ,  -- 14th century_a short pin, usu. with a flat, broad head.
stretch_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to lengthen or extend (the body or limbs) to the full length.
nervous_2_adjective_unknown_of or concerning the nerves.
epicycle_4_n._Middle English , from Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ circle whose centre is on circumference of a greater circle. 
guarantee_3_noun, transitive verb_ -- 1710_an assurance, esp. in writing, that something is of salable quality and will perform satisfactorily or be repaired or exchanged at the seller's or manufacturer's expense.
verboten_3_a._German, past participle of ,  , from Middle High German, from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots._ 'forbidden'; prohibited.
odyssey_3_n._After the ._ protracted, wandering journey.
lord_1_noun, interjection, intransitive verb_English , from Old English , ,  -- before 12th century_a person who rules, esp. on the basis of property rights.
ozostomia_5_n._From Greek ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  )._ foul-smelling breath.
phlebotomy_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ blood-letting; venesection. 
pediment_3_n._Alteration (influenced by Latin  ,  ), of earlier probably alteration of  ._ triangular space at end of gable, especially ornamented; such space over door, window, etc. 
timely_2_adjective, adverb_unknown_occurring at just the right moment.
prophylactic_4_a.,n._French , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  )._ preventive against disease; protective. 
bump_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_ -- 1592_to collide with a moderately forceful impact; thump.
campaign_2_noun, intransitive verb_, from Italian , from Late Latin , from Latin, Naples  -- circa 1656_a military operation organized to achieve specific objectives.
epigastrium_5_n._New Latin, from Greek , from neuter of ,    : ,   +  ,  ._ part of abdomen lying over the stomach. 
budget_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin , Celtic ; akin to Middle Irish ; akin to Old English  -- 15th century_a list of anticipated expenses and income for a certain period.
flavor_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , Latin ,  -- 14th century_the quality perceived by the sense of taste.
dodecagon_4_n._Greek  : ,   ( ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots) + ,  ._ 12-sided plane figure. 
asbestos_3_n._Middle English , from Latin ,  , from Greek,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    +  ,  ._ uninflammable material manufacture from fibrous amphibole. 
quit_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, adjective_English , from Old French  -- 13th century_to resign; give up; decline to take further part in.
moron_2_noun_from Greek ,  -- 1910_a very foolish or stupid person.
marasca_3_n._Italian. See  ._ bitter wild cherry. 
morphosis_3_n._Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  ._ manner of development. 
tincture_2_n._Middle English, from Latin ,  , from , past participle of ,  ._ colour; dye; slight amount; extract of medicinal principle of a plant; 
denouement_5_noun_, from Middle French , , from Old French , , from Latin ,  -- 1752_in a novel, play, or film, the final resolution of the plot's complexities and questions.
sturdy_2_adjective_English, from Middle French , , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin Vulgar Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_strong, hardy, or robust, as a person, tree, or house.
weary_2_adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German Greek  -- before 12th century_physically or mentally tired, esp. from exertion or strain; fatigued.
destruction_3_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the act of destroying.
eponym_3_n._French , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ person or name from which name of race, family, etc., is derived; person whose name is used metaphorically to signify a quality or thing. 
home_1_noun, adjective, adverb, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English , akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_the place where one lives or dwells.
wild_1_adjective, adverb_English , from Old English; akin to Old High German , Welsh  -- before 12th century_existing in a natural state; not tamed.
stipule_2_n._New Latin , from Latin,  ._ one of a pair of leaf-like appendages at base of leaf. 
theorbo_3_n._French , from Italian ._ 17th-century double-necked lute.
lyddite_2_n._After , a municipal borough of southeast England._ high explosive for shells, largely picric acid.
golden_2_adjective_English  -- 13th century_deep yellow and shiny.
premorse_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ bitten off short; as if bitten off.
effigy_3_noun_French , from Latin , ,  -- 1539_a likeness of a person, usu. sculpted, as on a tomb.
barbicel_3_n._New Latin , diminutive of Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ small out-growth on barbule.
lixiviate_4_v.t._Late Latin ,   (from Latin ,  , from ,  ) +   ._ separate by washing with solvent; treat with lye, etc. 
pentathlon_3_n._Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ athletic contest consisting of five different events competed in by all contestants.
circumvent_3_v.t._Middle English , from Latin   : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ outwit; prevent by strategy. 
evert_2_v.t._Back-formation from Middle English ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ turn inside out; turn outwards. 
purport_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Anglo-Norman  : ,   (from Latin . See   ) + ,   (from Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ conveyed or implied meaning; 
recension_3_n._Latin  ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ revision; revised text. 
parous_2_a._From  ._ bringing forth, or having borne, offspring.
sensate_2_a._Middle English , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ perceived by senses; endowed with senses.
idle_2_adjective, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English Idel; akin to Old High German Ital  -- before 12th century_not active or in use; not working or scheduled to work; unemployed.
eloquent_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_fluent, apt, and persuasive, as a speaker or a speech.
assignment_3_noun_unknown_an assigned task, such as a job or lesson.
serape_3_n._American Spanish ._ Spanish-American shawl.
selah_2_n._Hebrew ._ pause; kind of musical sign of Psalms.
particulate_4_a.,n._From Latin ,  . See  ._ (substance) made up of particles.
approbation_4_noun_unknown_approval; praise.
olecranon_4_n._Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ projecting bone of elbow; 'funny-bone'. 
pause_1_noun, intransitive verb_English, from Latin , from Greek ,  -- 15th century_a temporary stop.
chowder_2_n._French ,  , from Old French, from Late Latin . See  ._ mixed meat, fish, vegetable and clam stew or soup.
mesquite_2_n._Spanish , from Nahuatl ._ prickly shrub, forming thickets, of Mexico and SW United States.
kaleidoscope_4_n._Greek ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ instrument containing fragments of coloured glass, etc., which are reflected in mirrors to produce a multitude of patterns; any many-coloured, changing pattern or scene. 
conclave_2_n._Middle English,  , from Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ._ meeting, especially secret or solemn; 
excise_2_v.t._Middle Dutch , alteration (influenced by Latin , past participle of ,  ), of ,   probably from Old French , partly from Vulgar Latin * (Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see  ), and partly from Old French ,  ; see  ._ cut out. 
faveolate_4_a._From New Latin  : Latin ,   +  ._ honey-combed. 
contumely_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin ; akin to ,  ._ insult; contempt. 
servile_2_a._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to or like a slave; slavish; cringing. 
involute_3_a._Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ curved spirally inwards; complicated. 
basalt_2_n._Latin , alteration of ,  , from Greek , from ,  ._ greenish-black igneous rock, often forming columns. 
agamogenesis_6_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ non-sexual reproduction. 
claw_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English , akin to Old Norse , Old English  -- before 12th century_a slender, sharp, usu. curved nail on the foot of an animal.
radiant_3_adjective, noun_unknown_emitting heat or rays of light.
bartizan_3_n._Alteration of ,  , from  ._ small overhanging turret.
titivate_3_v.t._Alteration of earlier  : perhaps   +  ._ smarten up.
libertine_3_n._Middle English,  , from Latin , from , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ freethinker; lecher; 
enate_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ growing out; 
ethmoid_2_a._French , from Greek ,    : ,   (from ,  ) + ,  ._ pertaining to bones forming nasal cavity and division between nostrils; of the nasal area; 
desultory_4_a._Latin ,  , from ,  , from , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ aimless; lacking method or application; digressive.
amniocentesis_6_n._New Latin  :   + Greek ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ process of obtaining sample of amniotic fluid from womb of pregnant woman, in order to check for gender or abnormalities.
asseverate_4_v.t._Latin   : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ affirm; declare. 
propensity_4_n._From ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ natural inclination or tendency.
observance_3_noun_unknown_the act or an instance of complying with or obeying.
requiescat_4_n._Latin, third person sing. present subjunctive of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ 'may he (or she) rest'; 
downtrodden_3_adjective_unknown_oppressed by those in positions of power; tyrannized over; crushed.
phantom_2_noun, adjective_English , from Middle French , Latin  -- 14th century_an unreal or illusory figure, such as a ghost or specter; apparition.
gecko_2_n._Javanese ._ kind of small harmless lizard of warm regions.
property_3_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the sum total of items owned; possessions collectively.
aerostat_3_n._French  : Greek ,  ; see   + Greek ,  ; see  ._ lighter-than-air craft. 
substituent_4_n._Latin  present participle of ,  . See  ._ thing, especially atom, substituted for another.
adultery_4_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_willing sexual intercourse between a married person and another who is not his or her spouse.
hyaline_3_a._Greek ,   +  ._ glassy; transparent. 
detail_2_noun_, from Old French , ,  -- 1603_a small item; specific aspect; particular.
hybrid_2_noun_ -- 1601_the offspring of two plants or animals that differ genetically as to species, race, breed, or the like.
easy_2_adjective, adverb_English , from Old French , from Latin  -- 13th century_not hard or difficult.
posthumous_3_a._Middle English , from Late Latin, alteration (perhaps influenced by Latin ,  , or ,  ), of , superlative of ,  ; see  ._ after person's death; born after father's death; published after author's death. 
circa_2_prep._Latin , from ,   (probably on the model of adverbs like ,  ), from ,  . See  ._ 'about' (
harvest_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb, adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_the gathering of ripe crops, the crops or the amount so gathered, or the season in which they are gathered.
nestle_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to lie close or curled up, as for warmth or affection.
moment_2_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a very brief, indefinite amount of time.
unguiculate_4_a._New Latin , from Latin ,  , diminutive of . See  ._ having claws or nails.
disconsolate_4_adjective_English, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_hopelessly unhappy; dejected.
anadiplosis_5_n._Late Latin , from Greek, from ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ rhetorical device of repetition of last word of one clause at beginning of next.
diurnal_3_a._Middle English, from Late Latin , from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ daily; of a day or daylight; lasting one day; 
ordinal_3_a.,n._Middle English ,  , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots. N., sense 2, from Middle English from Medieval Latin , from Late Latin, neuter sing. of ,  ._ (number) signifying position in series, as 
irredenta_4_a._From Italian ,  , feminine of  : ,   (from Latin. See   ) + ,   (from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  )._ 'unredeemed'; applied to part of country under another's rule. 
coadunate_4_a._Late Latin , past participle of ,    : Latin ,   + Latin ,   ( ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots)._ combine into one;, 
arrack_2_n._Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ strong liquor of the East, manufactured from coco-palm, rice, sugar- cane, etc.
oleander_4_n._Medieval Latin, probably alteration (influenced by Latin ,  ), of Late Latin ,   alteration (probably influenced by Latin ,  ), of Late Latin from Latin . See  ._ poisonous white- or red-flowered evergreen shrub of East Indies.
venom_2_noun_English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , Latin , akin to Latin ,  -- 13th century_the poisonous fluid that certain snakes, insects, scorpions, and other animals produce and transmit to their prey by biting or stinging.
artful_2_adjective_unknown_cunning or crafty.
moribund_3_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ about to die; half-dead; 
deplorable_4_adjective_unknown_deserving of contempt, censure, or reproach; very bad; wretched.
antistrophe_4_n._Late Latin ,  , from Greek,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  ._ stanza answering strophe in Greek chorus, recited during movement from left to right. 
oread_3_n._Latin  , from Greek , from ,  , from ,  ._ mountain nymph.
extract_2_transitive verb, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to remove or take out by use of force.
miff_1_noun_ -- 1623_a state of sulky bad humor; pique.
banquet_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_French, from Old Italian , ,  -- 15th century_an elaborate formal dinner.
natural_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_of, pertaining to, or existing in nature.
aphonia_4_n._New Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ loss of voice. 
stiff_1_adjective, adverb, noun, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Middle Dutch , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_not easy to bend or flex; rigid.
hymen_2_n._Late Latin , from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ membrane partly closing vagina; maidenhead. 
salutary_4_a._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ having good results; healthy; wholesome.
exhaust_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_, ; from akin to Middle High German , Greek  -- 1533_to consume all of; use up.
assay_2_v.t._Middle English, from Old French . See  ._ analyse or evaluate (ore, etc.); judge the worth of; attempt; 
outlook_2_noun_unknown_future prospect.
eschatology_5_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ religious doctrine concerning 'the last things', as death, resurrection, life hereafter, etc. 
ombre_2_n._Spanish ,  , from Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ eighteenth-century card game for three persons.
elite_3_noun, adjective_unknown_(usu. used with a pl. verb) the best, taken collectively.
patriarch_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   (from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,  ._ tribal elder, ruler or father; any venerable ancient man; 
pancreas_3_n._Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ large digestive gland behind stomach; sweetbread. 
braggadocio_5_n._Alteration of , the personification of vainglory in   by Edmund Spenser, from  ._ boasting; braggart. 
demeanor_3_noun_ -- 15th century_the way in which one conducts oneself; deportment.
lithograph_3_v.t._Back-formation from  ._ draw or reproduce on stone or metal plate with greasy substance, from which impressions are taken; 
jumpy_2_adjective_unknown_afflicted by or characterized by sudden twitches, jerks, or jumps.
frantic_2_adjective_English ,  -- 14th century_frenzied; desperate.
dazzle_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_ -- 15th century_to dim or confuse the vision of, by blinding light.
tabes_2_n._Latin ._ wasting or emaciation of body or organ. 
ablaut_2_n._German  : ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Middle High German , from Old High German . See in Indo-European Roots)._ special change or relation in vowel sound, as in vowels of 'ring, rang, rung'.
nadir_2_n._Middle English, from Medieval Latin, from Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ point opposite zenith; lowest point. 
ferity_3_n._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ wild state; barbarism.
falchion_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin *  , from Latin  ,  ._ broad curved sword.
juvenile_3_adjective, noun_Latin; French , from Latin ,  -- 1625_not yet having attained maturity; not adult; young.
fluid_2_noun, adjective_Latin; French , from Latin , ; from akin to Greek  -- 1603_a substance, such as a liquid or gas, that can flow and that tends to conform to the shape of its container.
album_2_noun_,  -- 1612_a book or binder with blank pages or empty pockets in which a collection can be inserted, as of photographs, stamps, or mementos.
chevron_2_n._Middle English , from Old French ,  , probably from Vulgar Latin *  , from Latin  ,  ._ V-shaped bar or stripe.
sadhu_2_n._From Sanskrit ,  ._ Hindu holy man.
vespiary_4_n._Latin ,   +  ._ wasps'nest. 
diverse_2_adjective_English , from Old French Latin; Old French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_of various types or sorts; assorted.
precipitous_4_a._Probably from obsolete , from Latin ,  . See  ._ like a precipice; precipitate.
lecture_2_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Late Latin , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_a formal instructional talk given in front of an audience.
warranty_3_n._Middle English , from Old North French, from feminine past participle of ,  , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ guarantee as to the fitness for use of thing sold, with undertaking to repair defects, etc. 
phantasmagoria_6_n._Alteration of obsolete French ,    : perhaps ,   (from Old French. See  ) + ,   (from Old French,  , from Latin . See  )._ crowd of phantoms; series of shifting images or scenes. 
hexameter_4_n._Latin, from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   ._ verse-line of six feet. 
spondee_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from neuter of ,  , from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ metrical foot of two long syllables. 
descendant_3_noun, adjective_French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 1572_one regarded as the biological offspring of a given ancestor or ancestors.
apartheid_3_n._Afrikaans  : Dutch ,   (from French ,  . See  ) + Dutch ,  ._ (former) policy of segregating racial groups, especially in S Africa.
durance_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from ,  , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ imprisonment.
cental_2_n._From Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ measure of weight equivalent of 100 lb.
aspire_2_intransitive verb_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to want strongly; have as an aim (usu. fol. by to or after).
paregoric_4_n._Late Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   ._ drug soothing pain.
syllogism_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ argument in which conclusion is deduced from two premises. 
decennial_4_a._From Latin ,  . See  ._ occurring every ten years; consisting of ten years; 
turbulent_3_adjective_, ,  -- 1538_in a state of agitation, unrest, or turmoil.
levirate_3_n._From Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ custom requiring a man to marry his brother's widow.
sycophant_3_n._Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ flatterer; parasite. 
undercover_4_adjective_unknown_carried out or happening in secret.
positive_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_definite; certain.
nobiliary_5_a._French , from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to nobility. 
miliaria_5_n._New Latin ,  , feminine of Latin ,  . See  ._ prickly heat. 
brochure_2_noun_, , from Middle French, from Old French ,  -- 1748_a small booklet; pamphlet.
fraction_2_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_the product of the division of one number or algebraic quantity by another; quotient.
cloudy_2_adjective_unknown_characterized by the presence of clouds; overcast.
most_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old Church Slavonic  -- before 12th century_superl. of many and much.
two-faced_2_adjective_unknown_insincere or hypocritical; deceitful; dishonest.
atresia_3_n._New Latin  : Greek ,  ; see    + Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ lack or closing of a passage of the body. 
know-how_2_noun_unknown_(informal) the specialized knowledge needed to perform a certain task.
cirriped_3_n._From New Latin ,    :   +  ._ parasitic marine crustacean, as barnacle. 
prolate_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ having flattened sides due to lengthwise elongation.
stanhope_2_n._After the Reverend Fitzroy (1787-1864), British clergyman._ high four-wheeled driving carriage.
thrill_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English , ,  -- 1592_to cause to feel a sudden, sharp excitement, passion, or the like.
twinge_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_a sudden sharp pain of short duration.
precession_3_n._Late Latin  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ preceding. 
durra_2_n._Arabic ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ a kind of sorghum; Indian millet.
dynamometer_5_n._French  : Greek ,  ; see   + ,  ._ instrument measuring power. 
classy_2_adjective_unknown_(informal) of high quality; stylish.
naphtha_2_n._Latin, from Greek,  ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ volatile petroleum-like liquid. 
fortunate_3_adjective_unknown_having good fortune; lucky; blessed.
toss_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_Scandinavian ; akin to Swedish ,  -- 1506_to throw carelessly; fling.
ragout_2_n._French , from ,  , from Old French  : ,   + ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots)._ highly seasoned stew of vegetables and meat.
pulmonary_4_a._Latin , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or like lungs; having lungs. 
hostile_2_adjective_French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 1580_of or relating to an enemy or antagonist.
errant_2_a._Middle English , from Anglo-Norman, partly from Old French ,   (from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots), and partly from Old French ,  ; see  ._ wandering, especially seeking adventure; mistaking. 
heritage_3_noun_English, from Middle French, , from Late Latin , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_something that is inherited from earlier generations; tradition.
bright_1_adjective, adverb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_reflecting or emitting much light; shining.
marcescent_3_a._Latin  past participle of inchoative of ,  ._ (plant with leaves) withering but remaining on plant. 
dreary_2_adjective_English , from Old English , ; from akin to Old High German , Gothic  -- before 12th century_cheerless, bleak, or depressing.
aquamarine_4_n._Latin ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  ._ gemstone: pale greenish-blue variety of beryl. 
bambino_3_n._Italian, diminutive of ,  ._ baby, especially figure of infant Christ.
ratel_2_n._Afrikaans, from Middle Dutch,  ._ badger-like S African and Indian animal.
notary_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See  ._ (public) law officer certifying deeds, affidavits, etc. 
rain_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old English , akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_water vapor in the atmosphere that condenses and falls from the sky to earth.
hatred_2_noun_English, from Old English  -- 12th century_a feeling of hate or intense dislike; animosity.
allonym_3_n._French Greek ,  ; see   + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ other person's name assumed by writer; work published under an allonym. 
conservative_4_adjective_unknown_preferring the traditional and resisting rapid change.
ribald_2_a._From Middle English ,  , from Old French, from ,  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ low; indecent. 
leading_2_adjective_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_highest in rank or most important; principal; main.
revise_2_transitive verb_unknown_to change, alter, or modify.
mendicant_3_adjective, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_living on charity; begging.
querulous_3_adjective_English , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_habitually complaining.
clever_2_adjective_English , Scandinavian ; akin to Danish ,  -- circa 1595_mentally sharp and adept.
benevolent_4_adjective_English, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_desiring to do good for others; generous.
sodality_4_n._French , from Old French, from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ association; union; brotherhood. 
ration_2_noun, transitive verb_, from Latin ,  -- circa 1711_a fixed amount allotted by an authority, as of scarce goods in wartime; authorized share.
tutor_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a person who gives private instruction, sometimes remedial, to a single student or several students.
necromancy_4_n._Alteration of Middle English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , alteration (influenced by Latin ,  ), of Late Latin from Greek  : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see  ._ black magic; divination by communication with spirits. 
attainment_3_noun_unknown_the act or process of attaining.
pylon_2_n._Greek ,  , from ,  ._ towered gateway; any tower-like erection.
banal_2_a._French, from Old French,  , from ,  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ trivial; trite. 
trifling_2_adjective_English , from Old French ,  -- 14th century_of little importance, meaning, or value; slight; trivial.
text_1_noun_English, from Middle French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_the body of a printed work as distinguished from its title, headings, notes, and the like.
consternation_4_noun_Latin; French, from Latin , , , ,  -- circa 1611_surprise and alarm, leading to panic, deep disappointment, or total confusion.
unsound_2_adjective_unknown_not solid, firm, or stable.
moist_1_adjective_English , from Middle French, from Vulgar Latin , Latin ,  -- 14th century_somewhat wet; damp.
dope_1_noun, transitive verb_, ; from akin to Old English  -- 1807_any of various thick liquids or pastes used in construction or manufacturing to lubricate parts, absorb liquid, or the like.
quiet_2_adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_making no sound or noise.
wealth_1_noun_English ,  -- 13th century_a large quantity of money or property or the state of having such; affluence.
rugose_2_a._Latin , from ,  ._ ridged; wrinkled. 
epicure_3_n._Middle English,  , from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  , from Greek ._ person taking care over the niceties of food and drink. 
epos_2_n._Latin, from Greek. See in Indo-European Roots._ epic poem or poetry; collection of lays dealing with same theme.
external_3_adjective, noun_,  -- 1556_of the outside or outer part; being outside.
censer_2_n._Middle English, short for , from Anglo-Norman , from ,  , from Old French. See   ._ receptacle for incense.
bonsai_2_n._Japanese,    : ,   (from Middle Chinese ) + ,   (from Middle Chinese )._ art of producing miniature trees by selective pruning; such a tree.
saucy_2_adjective_unknown_impudent or disrespectful; insolent.
calumny_3_noun_French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , ; from akin to Old English , Greek  -- 15th century_a harmful statement, known by the maker to be false.
spinthariscope_4_n._Greek ,   +  ._ instrument demonstrating the emission of alpha rays by radium compound.
presentient_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See  ._ having premonition.
dissimulate_4_v.i.,v.t._Middle English , from Latin   : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ feign; pretend. 
nomad_2_noun_, from Greek,  -- 1579_a member of a group or tribe that has no permanent home and moves from place to place, often in search of pasturage for its animals.
borage_2_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Medieval Latin , probably from Arabic , from ,    : ,  ; see in Semitic Roots + ,  ; see in Semitic Roots._ rough-stemmed, blue-flowered salad herb.
labret_2_n._Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ ornamental insertion in lip.
composite_3_n.  a._French, from Old French, from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ (thing) composed of a number of parts; compound. 
calm_1_adjective, noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Old Italian , from Late Latin , from Greek ,  -- 14th century_without or almost without motion; still; unmoving.
insignificant_5_adjective_unknown_having no value, importance, or significance; trivial.
eminent_3_adjective_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin , ; from akin to Latin ,  -- 15th century_outstanding in position or achievement; prominent; distinguished.
vicissitude_4_n._Latin , from ,  , probably from , pl. of * ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ change of fortune; alternation. 
monotonous_4_adjective_,  -- 1778_uninteresting due to lack of variation; tedious.
arris_2_n._Alteration of Old French ,  . See  ._ sharp edge formed by two angled surfaces, especially edge of fluting on column. 
platitude_3_n._French, from ,  , from Old French. See  ._ trite statement. 
perspicuous_4_a._From Latin , from ,  . See  ._ easily understood; clearly expressed. 
bitchy_2_adjective_unknown_(slang) usu. of a woman, malicious or bad-tempered.
debris_3_noun_, from Middle French, , from Old French ,  -- 1708_scattered fragments, as after an act of destruction; ruins; rubble.
sola_2_n._Latin,  ._ Indian plant with stems containing pith. 
tomalley_3_n._Galibi ._ fat or 'liver' of lobster, eaten as a delicacy.
testudo_3_n._Latin , from ,  ._ cover, especially of overlapping shields, used by Roman army against attack from above.
different_3_adjective_French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_not the same; unlike.
alert_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb_,  -- 1618_keenly attentive or responsive; quick to perceive.
cynosure_3_n._French,  , from Latin , from Greek ,    : , genitive of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ guiding star; object of common interest. 
refute_2_transitive verb_,  -- 1597_to demonstrate the falseness or error of; disprove.
concept_2_noun_,  -- 1556_a clear or logically formed idea.
tombolo_3_n._Italian, from Latin ,  . See  ._ narrow spit linking an island with another island or the mainland.
account_2_noun_unknown_a story or recitation; narrative.
scansion_2_n._Late Latin  , from Latin,  , from , past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ determination of metre of verse; prosody.
hall_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Latin ,  -- before 12th century_a narrow passageway in a building; corridor.
engram_2_n._German  :    + Greek ,  ._ physical memory trace in brain. 
phalanger_3_n._New Latin, from Greek  ,  . See  ._ several kinds of long-tailed Australian marsupial.
florescence_3_n._New Latin , from Latin  present participle of inchoative of ,  . See  ._ state or time of flowering. 
deport_2_transitive verb_French , from Latin ,  -- 1598_to eject (an alien) forcefully from a country.
timid_2_adjective_,  -- 1549_hesitant to engage in social contact or draw public attention; shy.
leader_2_noun_unknown_one that leads.
cupola_3_n._Italian, from Late Latin , diminutive of Latin ,  ._ dome, especially small.
maniac_3_noun, adjective_Latin , from Greek ,  -- circa 1763_one who suffers from mania, or from insanity generally.
fuliginous_4_a._Late Latin , from Latin  ,  ._ like soot. 
godown_2_n._Alteration (influenced by   ), of Malay   ; akin to Kannada ,  ._ warehouse.
empty_2_adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English , ,  -- before 12th century_holding, having, or containing nothing; lacking the customary or appropriate contents.
eyas_2_n._Middle English , from , alteration of * ,  , from Old French , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ unfledged bird, especially falcon.
anarchist_3_noun_unknown_a person who believes in, desires, or tries to obtain a society or state without a government.
unbiased_3_adjective_unknown_without bias, prejudice, or partiality.
distasteful_3_adjective_unknown_unpleasant or offensive.
cirrate_2_a._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ having tendrils.
varicella_4_n._New Latin, diminutive of ,  . See  ._ chicken-pox. 
scandalous_3_adjective_unknown_causing, or likely to cause, a scandal; shocking; disgraceful.
dactyl_2_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek ,  ._ metrical foot comprising one long followed by two short syllables; 
pollute_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin , from Latin Latin , Greek ,  -- 14th century_to make dirty, unpleasant, or unhealthy, esp. by infusing with waste material.
notch_1_noun, transitive verb_, from Middle French  -- 1577_a V-shaped cut or indentation in an edge or object.
paladin_3_n._French, from Italian , from Late Latin ,  . See   ._ medieval champion or knight, especially of court of Charlemagne; hero.
armorial_4_a._From Middle English ,  , from Old French , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to or bearing heraldic arms. 
multiplex_3_a._Middle English,  , from Latin,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ multiple; (of telecommunications channel) able to carry two or more signals at a time; 
effendi_3_n._Turkish , from Medieval Greek ,  , alteration of Greek ._ title of respect; sir.
karma_2_n._Sanskrit,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ destiny; in Buddhist belief, actions of one incarnation determining nature of next; religious rite. 
graphology_4_n._Greek ,  ; see   +  ._ study of and reading character from hand-writing. 
smegma_2_n._Latin ,  , from Greek, from ,  ._ soapy matter of sebaceous gland. 
reconnaissance_4_n._French, from Old French ,  , from  ,  . See  ._ military survey of country, disposition of forces, etc.; act of spying out land. 
sate_1_transitive verb_unknown_to fill or satisfy (a hunger, or a person who has an appetite); satiate.
solfatara_4_n._Italian, from ,  , from Latin ._ vent for sulphurous volcanic gases. 
overpower_4_transitive verb_unknown_to overcome by greater force.
hakeem_2_n._Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ Muslim physician.
paresis_3_n._Greek,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ partial paralysis. 
fichu_2_n._French, from past participle of ,  , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ light shawl for shoulders.
perfunctory_4_adjective_Latin , from Latin , ,  -- 1593_done quickly and as a matter of routine; performed without care.
tremor_2_noun_English , from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 1615_an involuntary shaking or quivering; fit of trembling.
collusion_3_n._Middle English, from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ secret fraudulent agreement. 
plutonic_3_a._From Latin  ,  . See  ._ of volcanic or deep-seated origin.
astrolabe_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Medieval Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   +  ,  ._ ancient astronomical instrument for taking altitudes.
marmot_2_n._French , from Old French, perhaps from ,  ,  ._ squirrel-like rodent of Pyrenees and Alps; woodchuck.
incumbent_3_a._Middle English,  , from Medieval Latin  , from Latin, present participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ._ lying; resting upon as a duty; 
gnosis_2_n._Greek ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ spiritual knowledge or insight. 
innocuous_4_a._From Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ harmless.
sentient_2_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ capable of feeling. 
conjunctiva_4_n._Middle English, from Medieval Latin ,  , feminine of Late Latin ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ membrane lining eyelid and joining it with eyeball. 
religious_3_adjective, noun_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_relating to or concerned with religion.
noesis_3_n._Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  ._ pure knowledge; cognition. 
dissertation_4_noun_unknown_a formal and usu. lengthy exposition in speech or writing, esp. a treatise by a candidate for a doctoral degree.
monastic_3_adjective, noun_unknown_of or pertaining to monasteries or monks.
living_2_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_having life.
same_1_adjective, pronoun_English, from Old Norse ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek ,  -- 13th century_not at all different; identical.
campanile_4_n._French, from Italian, from ,  , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin ,  , from    ._ free-standing bell-tower.
petrel_2_n._Perhaps alteration of earlier (perhaps influenced by Saint  walking on the water, from the fact that the bird flies so close to the water as to appear to be walking on it)._ small dark seabird. 
culminate_3_v.i._Late Latin  , from Latin  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ reach peak or climax; 
inveterate_4_a._Middle English, from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    +  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ confirmed; long-established. 
lunette_2_n._French, from Old French ,  , diminutive of ,  , from Latin . See  ._ crescent-shaped ornament or object; opening or window in vault.
blenny_2_n._Latin ,  , from Greek ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ long, slender, spiny-rayed marine fish.
good_1_adjective_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_desirable; positive.
coeval_3_n.  a._From Late Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ (person or thing) of same age; of same length of time.
villain_2_noun_English , from Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_a vile or evil person; scoundrel.
leguminous_4_a._From Middle English, and from French both from Latin , from  ,  ._ applied to plants with seeds in pods. 
dwarf_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English , akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_a much smaller than ordinary person, esp. if abnormally proportioned.
prostitute_3_v.t._Latin , from feminine past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ debase for gain; make bad use of.
immure_2_v.t._Medieval Latin  : Latin ,  ; see    + Latin ,  ._ imprison; entomb.
avail_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, , from Old French , from Latin  -- 14th century_to be useful or profitable to; be of value to.
certiorari_5_n._Middle English, from Latin ,  , passive of ,  , from , comparative of ,  . See  ._ writ for transference of hearing to superior court, or calling for production before superior court of records of a lower court.
term_1_noun, transitive verb_English , from Old French, from Latin ; akin to Greek , Sanskrit  -- 13th century_a word or phrase that names something, esp. in a particular field.
tenon_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, from ,  , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ projecting part of joint for inserting into mortise.
androgyne_3_n._French, from Old French, from Latin . See  ._ hermaphrodite; effeminate man; masculine woman. 
credo_2_n._Middle English,  , from Latin ,  , first person sing. present tense of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ creed; belief.
vernier_3_n._After Pierre (1580?-1637), French mathematician._ short sliding scale indicating fractions of a graduation; additional control for obtaining fine adjustments.
theophany_4_n._Medieval Latin , from Late Greek  : Greek ,   + Greek  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ manifestation of a god. 
sanguine_2_adjective_English , from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_having an optimistic temperament or outlook.
ursine_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or like a bear. 
loop_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English ; akin to Middle Dutch ,  -- 14th century_the circular shape made when a piece of string, ribbon, wire, rope, or the like is folded back on itself.
time_1_noun, adjective, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Old English  -- before 12th century_a nonspatial system in which events appear to happen in irreversible succession; arrangement of events into past, present, and future.
invulnerable_5_adjective_,  -- 1595_secure from attack; impregnable.
autonomy_4_n._Greek , from ,  . See  ._ power or right to govern oneself or itself; free-will. 
almandine_3_n._Alteration of obsolete , from Middle English , from Late Latin ,  , from    ._ kind of violet-coloured garnet.
haptic_2_a._Greek , from ,  ._ pertaining to sense of touch. 
lambent_2_a._Latin  present participle of ,  ._ shining gently or playing about surface; flickering; gently radiant. 
syconium_4_n._New Latin , from Greek ,  ._ form of fruit with ovaries on enlarged receptacle, as fig.
shiksa_2_n._Yiddish , feminine of ,  . See  ._ (often derogatory) non-Jewish girl.
liquidate_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_Latin , from Latin  -- circa 1575_to pay off or settle (a debt or the like).
titillate_3_v.t._Latin  ,  ._ tickle; stimulate. 
coetaneous_5_a._From Late Latin ,    : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ contemporary.
ptyalin_3_n._Greek ,   (from ,  ) +  ._ enzyme, acting on starch, of saliva. 
patricide_3_n._Late Latin , and Latin ,   + ,  ._ killing or killer of own father; traitor or act of treason. 
accommodation_5_noun_unknown_the act or process of accommodating.
innocent_3_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_free from corruption or knowledge of evil.
compel_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to force or drive to some action or attitude; pressure.
rabbet_2_n._From Middle English ,  , from Old French ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ groove into which projection fits; frame against which door, etc., closes; 
unassuming_4_adjective_unknown_without airs or pretensions; modest; reserved.
domain_2_noun_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_territory owned or controlled by a single ruler or government; realm.
paranoia_4_n._Greek,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ._ form of insanity in which patients believe themselves to be people of great importance, or think themselves persecuted by everyone. 
exertion_3_noun_unknown_strenuous effort or action.
palliasse_2_n._French, from Old French, from ,  , from Late Latin , from Latin,  ._ hard straw mattress.
oryx_2_n._Latin, from Greek ,  , perhaps from ,  ._ large straight-horned African antelope.
momentous_3_adjective_unknown_of very great significance or importance.
cable_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb, adjective_English, from Old North French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 13th century_a thick, strong rope made of fiber or steel.
margin_2_noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_an edge and the border area near it.
autochthon_3_n._Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ native; aboriginal species. 
joint_1_noun_English , from Old French,  -- 13th century_a place or point at which two or more parts come together or are connected; junction.
obsequious_4_adjective_English, from Latin , , , ,  -- 15th century_showing or tending to show servile obedience or deference; fawning.
fakir_2_n._From Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ ascetic or mendicant.
tabor_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, alteration of . See  ._ small drum.
nonuple_3_a._French (on the model of ,  . See  ), from Latin ,  . See  ._ ninefold; consisting of, or in sets of, nine.
ghazi_2_n._Arabic ,  , active participle of ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ Muslim champion; highest Turkish title of honour.
adjunct_2_n._From Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ an addition that is not essential.
chide_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to nag or goad by criticizing.
appease_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French  : ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots)._ calm, pacify, allay, satisfy, accede to demands of (especially dishonourably). 
horripilation_5_n._Late Latin  , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,   (from ,  )._ bristling of hair or creeping of flesh, due to cold, fright, etc. 
duiker_2_n._Afrikaans, from Dutch ,  , from Middle Dutch ._ cormorant; duikerbok. 
anger_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_strong emotion characterized by indignation, dislike, and belligerence; rage; wrath.
apraxia_4_n._Greek ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ impaired ability to execute complex muscular movements.
aeneous_4_a._From Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ like brass.
access_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_a way of approaching or coming to a place.
logy_2_adjective_from Dutch ; akin to Middle Low German  -- 1847_tired and unenergetic; sluggish; lethargic.
acromegaly_5_n._French  : Greek ,   (from neuter of ,  . See  ) + Greek  ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ gigantism; enlargement of extremities, head, jaw, etc., due to excess secretion of pituitary gland. 
venal_2_adjective_, ; from akin to Greek Oneisthai , Sanskrit  -- 1652_likely to act dishonestly or wrongly, in return for money or the like; likely to accept bribes; corrupt.
chancre_2_n._French, from Old French, from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ syphilitic ulcer. 
limpid_2_adjective_Latin; French , from Latin ,  -- 1613_perfectly clear; transparent.
cowardly_3_adjective, adverb_unknown_of or like a coward.
fierce_1_adjective_English , from Middle French, from Latin , akin to Greek  -- 14th century_dangerously wild, hostile, or vicious; ferocious.
amanita_4_n._New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  ._ any of the fungi in the genus Amanita, including many highly poisonous ones.
acriflavine_4_n._Blend of  and  ._ a brown-red hydrochloride antiseptic for wounds.
compartment_3_noun, transitive verb_French , from Italian , , from Late Latin , from Latin , ,  -- circa 1578_a part sectioned off from a larger whole.
competition_4_noun_Latin , from Latin  -- 1605_the process or act of competing.
decoct_2_v.t._Middle English ,  , from Latin  ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ boil; infuse; extract essence by boiling; reduce. 
bodega_3_n._Spanish, from Latin ,  . See  ._ wine-shop.
tame_1_adjective, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_brought or bred out of the wild state and made tractable; domesticated.
dossal_2_n._Medieval Latin , from neuter of ,  , from Late Latin . See  ._ ornamental hanging at the back of an altar or the sides of the chancel.
waddy_2_n._Dharuk ._ war-club of aborigines.
incommunicado_6_a._Spanish , past participle of ,    : ,   (from Latin. See   ) + ,   (from Latin . See  )._ prevented from communicating, in solitary confinement.
placer_2_n._Spanish,  , from Catalan ,  , from ,  , from Medieval Latin . See  ._ gold deposit other than vein, 
fact_1_noun_, ,  -- 15th century_something that has reality, that exists, or that happened or is happening.
gymkhana_3_n._Probably alteration (influenced by  ), of Hindi ,    ,   ( ) + ,   (from Persian , variant of . See   )._ meeting for competitive sports events, especially equestrian competitions; public place for athletic displays and games.
rigor_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ shiver; chill; rigidity; 
brave_1_adjective, noun, transitive verb_French, from Old Italian Old Spanish , from Latin  -- 15th century_ready to face pain or danger; courageous.
deodar_3_n._Hindi , from Sanskrit  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ Indian cedar.
origin_3_noun_English , from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_the point or moment of arising; source.
cognate_2_a._Latin  : ,   + ,  , past participle of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ having same ancestry; closely related; 
gypsum_2_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek ,  ; akin to Arabic , from Akkadian ._ form of calcium sulphate used in making plaster of Paris; form of alabaster. 
vitriol_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from Late Latin , neuter of ,  , from Latin . See  ._ sulphuric acid; several sulphates of metals. 
daub_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_unknown_to smear or cover with soft sticky material such as plaster.
subserve_2_v.t._Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ be useful to; promote. 
peace_1_noun_English , from Old French , from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 12th century_a state of freedom from war or hostility.
class_1_noun, transitive verb_, from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 1602_a group of people or things in which all members share certain characteristics; kind.
marry_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to take in marriage; take as husband or wife; wed.
topic_2_noun_Topica Topics Aristotle), from Greek Topika, , ,  -- 1603_a subject of oral discussion or conversation.
plutonium_4_n._After the planet  ( )._ one of the transuranic elements, product of decay of neptunium, used in the atomic bomb.
fuzzy_2_adjective_from Low German ,  -- 1713_of or resembling fuzz.
unco_2_a._Middle English , variant of ,  . See  ._ strange; foreign; extraordinary. 
execrate_3_v.t._Latin   : ,   + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ curse; loathe. 
parallax_3_n._French , from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ apparent difference in object's position or direction as viewed from different points. 
pimento_3_n._Spanish ,  , from ,  , from Late Latin , pl. of ,  , from Latin,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pepper; allspice.
quatrefoil_3_n._Middle English  : Old French ,  ; see   + Old French ,  ; see   ._ any figure like leaf or flower with four leaflets. 
speed_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English , Latin , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_the act of moving or ability to move rapidly or swiftly; quickness; swiftness.
wedge_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_a piece of wood or metal in a three-dimensional, triangular shape with a thin edge that is driven or forced between objects to split, lift, or reinforce them.
express_2_transitive verb, adjective, noun, adverb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to make (ideas, thoughts, or feelings) known by saying or writing, or by creating art works.
inquiline_3_a._Latin ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ living in another's nest or dwelling; 
neuston_2_n._Greek , neuter of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ minute organisms on the surface film of open water; ecosystem of surface film.
architecture_4_noun_unknown_the act or process of designing buildings, or the profession of an architect.
cummerbund_3_n._Hindi , from Persian  : ,   + ,  ; see   ._ wide sash round waist.
cheep_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_ -- 1513_to chirp or make a peeping sound, as a small bird.
magnesia_3_n._Middle English,  , from Medieval Latin , from Greek,  , from    ._ magnesium oxide, used as antacid and insulating material. 
faience_2_n._French , after    ._ glazed decorative earthenware.
adulation_4_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  ._ excessive flattery; abject worship. 
subtend_2_v.t._Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ extend beneath or opposite to. 
expedite_3_v.t._Latin  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ hasten; carry through quickly and efficiently. 
flighty_2_adjective_unknown_lacking stability, or serious purpose or interest; irresponsible; frivolous.
phloem_2_n._German, from Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ bast tissue. 
perfume_2_noun, transitive verb_French , from Old Provencal, , from Latin) , from Latin ,  -- 1533_a substance, esp. a liquid, made from flowers or synthetically, that is worn on the body to give it a pleasant smell.
victual_2_v.i._Alteration (influenced by Late Latin ,  ), of Middle English from Old French, from Late Latin ,  , from neuter pl. of Latin ,  , from ,  , from past participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ provision; 
baroque_2_a._French, from Italian ,  , and from Portuguese ._ grotesque; extravagant; 
probable_3_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 1606_likely to occur or be true.
playful_2_adjective_unknown_cheerfully energetic.
lose_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English , ; from akin to Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Latin , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_to no longer possess; be unable to find; misplace.
chat_1_intransitive verb, noun_English ,  -- 15th century_to talk in a friendly or informal manner.
flamen_2_n._Middle English , from Latin ._ pagan priest. 
restless_2_adjective_unknown_displaying an inability to rest.
ozone_2_n._German , from Greek , neuter present participle of ,  ._ form of oxygen, and strong oxidizing agent, present in atmosphere, produced by electric sparks. 
physical_3_adjective, noun_English , from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 1597_of the body.
rough_1_adjective, noun, adverb, transitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_having an uneven surface; not smooth; coarse.
hoopoe_2_n._Alteration (influenced by Latin ), of obsolete from French , from Old French, from Vulgar Latin * , alteration of Latin ,  ._ curved-billed, large-crested bird of Old World.
blancmange_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French  : ,   ( . See   in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin . See  )._ gelatinous dessert of milk and cornflour.
furnish_2_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , Germanic ; akin to Old High German ,  -- 15th century_to equip, esp. with furniture.
demulcent_3_a.,n._Latin  present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ._ soothing (substance) 
peculiarity_6_noun_unknown_the state or fact of being odd or strange.
emblem_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Latin , from Greek , ,  -- 15th century_an object or its representation, functioning as a symbol.
durbar_2_n._Urdu ,  , from Persian  : ,   (from Middle Persian,  , from Old Persian ); see in Indo-European Roots + ,   (from East Iranian * ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ official reception given by native Indian ruler or Anglo- Indian official.
objective_3_noun, adjective_unknown_a goal or purpose toward which one's efforts are directed; aim.
theater_5_noun_unknown_a building or outdoor structure where plays, movies, concerts, and other performing arts are presented.
heifer_2_n._Middle English, from Old English . See   in Indo-European Roots._ cow that has not calved.
commensurable_5_a._Late Latin  : Latin ,   + ,   (from ,  . See  )._ measurable by same standard; proportionate. 
bag_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old Norse  -- 13th century_a flexible container, usu. made of cloth, paper, or leather, and used to hold things; sack; pouch.
viscid_2_a._Late Latin , from Latin ,  ._ viscous. 
choriamb_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   (from ,  . See  ) + ,  ._ metrical foot comprising a trochee and an iambus. 
phosgene_2_n._French  : Greek ,  ; see   + French ,  ._ colourless poison gas made from chlorine and carbon monoxide.
means_1_plural noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old Church Slavonic  -- before 12th century_(used with a sing. verb) a method, way, or agency used to reach a goal or accomplish something.
alone_2_adjective_English,  -- 13th century_separate from everyone or everything else; solitary.
palmetto_3_n._Spanish , diminutive of ,  , from Latin. See   ._ fan palm and its leaves.
anamnesis_4_n._Greek , from  ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ act of reminiscence; history of medical case. 
unhappy_3_adjective_unknown_not glad or cheerful; sad; gloomy.
elide_2_vb. Phonetics._Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ._ suppress or omit in pronunciation. 
antique_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb_unknown_belonging to earlier times; of a period long past.
essence_2_noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the inherent qualities that make something what it is; crucial ingredients; central nature.
immerge_2_v.i.,v.t._Latin . See  ._ plunge in; immerse oneself in something. 
gendarme_2_n._French, from Old French , sing. of ,    : ,   (from Latin , pl. of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin . See  ) + , pl. of ,  ; see   ._ policeman trained and armed like soldier, especially in France. 
scunner_2_n._From Middle English ,  , from ,  ._ strong dislike.
adjudge_2_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to declare or determine formally or judicially.
tilde_2_n._Spanish, alteration of obsolete Catalan , from Latin ,  ._ wavy mark indicating 
require_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , Latin , ,  -- 14th century_to need.
narcosis_3_n._New Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,  , from ,  ._ stupor induced by narcotics. 
surcingle_3_n._Middle English , from Old French  : ,   + ,   (from Latin , from ,  . See  )._ band fastening anything on horse's back; girdle or belt worn with cassock.
miniver_3_n._Middle English , from Old French ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  ._ unspotted ermine fur; any white fur.
homonym_3_n._Latin , from Greek , from neuter of ,  . See  ._ word of same pronunciation as, but different meaning from, another; namesake. 
usual_3_adjective, noun_English, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_encountered, experienced, used, or happening in most instances; customary.
tariff_2_noun, transitive verb_, from Arabic  -- 1592_a government tax on imports or exports, or a rate or schedule of such taxes; duty.
paprika_3_n._Hungarian, from Serbian, from ,  , from Slavic * , from Latin . See  ._ kind of pepper.
classify_3_transitive verb_unknown_to arrange or order in classes.
clavier_2_n._German , from French , from Old French,  , from Latin ,  ._ claviature; any stringed musical instrument with keyboard.
disaster_3_noun_French Old Italian; Middle French , from Old Italian , , from Latin  -- 1591_a sudden calamity, esp. one causing widespread damage or suffering.
syncretism_3_n._Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   +  ,  ._ combination of different religious beliefs; eclecticism; compromise. 
rorqual_2_n._French, from Norwegian , from Old Norse  : ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,  ._ large whale-bone whale; finback.
kinkajou_3_n._French ,  , probably blend of Ojibwa , and Montagnais ._ raccoon-like animal of Central and S America.
hypotenuse_4_n._Latin , from Greek , from feminine present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ side opposite right angle in right-angled triangle.
specify_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Late Latin ,  -- 14th century_to name or otherwise indicate explicitly.
innate_2_a._Middle English , from Latin , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ inborn; forming natural or constitutional part; inherited.
eristic_3_a._Greek , from ,  , from  ,  ._ pertaining to dispute or argument.
bandicoot_3_n._Telugu  : ,   + ,  ._ large Indian rat; small, kangaroo-like Australian animal.
sippet_2_n._From , alteration of  ._ small piece of something, 
patrimony_4_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ inherited property. 
reflex_2_a._From Middle English ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ turned back; reflected; resulting from reaction; 
abate_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French  -- 13th century_to reduce in degree, amount, or intensity.
trade_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle Low German; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- 14th century_the act of exchanging or buying and selling commodities.
dispassionate_4_adjective_unknown_without strong feeling or bias; calm; impartial.
aura_2_n._Middle English,  , from Latin, from Greek ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ emanation; atmosphere surrounding a thing or person; personality; 
sopor_2_n._Latin. See in Indo-European Roots._ unusually deep sleep or lethargy. 
abjure_2_transitive verb_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to repudiate or renounce solemnly, as under oath; forswear.
pomace_2_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin ,  , from Vulgar Latin * ,  . See  ._ crushed apples in cider-making. 
siriasis_4_n._Latin , from Greek , from ,  , from ,  . See  ._ sunstroke. 
minimum_3_noun, adjective_, akin to Latin  -- 1674_the smallest or least possible amount, degree, or number.
audacious_3_adjective_French , , from Latin , , ,  -- 1550_very bold or adventurous; daring.
pierce_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_to stab or go through with or as if with something sharp; penetrate.
click_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_ -- 1581_a slight, sharp sound.
intrigue_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_, from Italian , , from Latin  -- 1609_to strongly draw the interest of; puzzle; fascinate.
pulsar_2_n._From   , by analogy with  ._ a heavenly body emitting radio pulses of extreme regularity.
asinine_3_a._Latin ,  , from ,  ._ pertaining to the ass; stupid fatuous. 
awkward_2_adjective_English , , from Old Norse ; akin to Old High German  -- 1530_deficient in physical skill or grace; clumsy.
mitosis_3_n._Greek ,   +  ._ cell division, with division of nucleus first. 
andiron_3_n._Middle English , alteration (influenced by Middle English ,  ), of Old French   ._ support for logs, fire-irons, or spit; fire-dog.
motion_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_the process, manner, or instance of changing place; movement.
autoecious_3_a._From   + Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ (of fungus, etc.) passing through all life stages on same species of host.
lordosis_3_n._Greek , from ,  ._ forward spinal curvature. 
much_1_adjective, noun_English , , from Old English , akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek , Sanskrit  -- 13th century_great in degree, number, or amount.
occult_2_a._Latin ,  , past participle of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ mysterious; hidden; magical; supernatural; 
dissimilar_4_adjective_unknown_not alike; different.
moniliform_4_a._Latin ,   +  ._ having narrow intervals or joints resembling a string of beads.
dingy_2_adjective_ -- circa 1736_dirty or unkempt, as clothing or a living place; grimy.
olio_3_n._Alteration of Spanish ,  . See  ._ miscellany; hotch-potch; rich Spanish stew.
cretic_2_n._Latin ,  , from    ._ amphimacer.
alpha_2_n._Greek,  . See in Semitic Roots._ first letter (A, a) of Greek alphabet. 
fideism_3_n._Probably from French , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ reliance on faith alone.
grievance_2_n._Middle English , from Old French , from ,  . See  ._ grounds, real or imaginary, for complaint; feeling of resentment, especially caused by treatment felt to be unfair.
being_2_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_the state or fact of living or existing.
anneal_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old English ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ._ strengthen; temper, especially by subjecting to great heat and slow cooling.
applicable_4_adjective_unknown_relevant or appropriate to a given situation; capable of being applied.
disregard_3_transitive verb, noun_unknown_to refuse to notice or respond to; ignore.
dirty_2_adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_uncleaned; soiled.
blade_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek , Old English  -- before 12th century_the cutting part of a knife, sword, scissors, or the like.
treason_2_noun_English , from Old French , from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_the betrayal of one's country, esp. by waging war against it or aiding its enemies with strategic information.
nacre_2_n._French, from Old French , from Old Italian ,  , from Arabic ,  , from ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ mother-of-pearl; shellfish bearing it. 
unguent_2_n._Middle English, from Latin , from ,  ._ soothing ointment. 
aptitude_3_noun_English, from Medieval Latin , from Late Latin, from Latin  -- 15th century_ability to learn quickly.
mangrove_2_n._Probably Portuguese (from Taino) +  ._ tropical swamp tree with aerial roots.
yoke_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek , Sanskrit , Latin  -- before 12th century_a device used to join together a pair of draft animals, usu. comprising a crossbar with two U-shaped loops, each fitted around the head of an animal.
mucus_2_n._Latin ._ viscous fluid secreted by membranes lining body cavities. 
aplomb_2_n._French, from Old French ,    : ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from Latin ,  )._ composure, self-possession.
pursuivant_3_n._Middle English ,  , from Old French , from present participle of ,  , from Vulgar Latin * . See  ._ official of College of Heralds inferior to herald.
accretion_3_noun_,  -- 1615_the process of gradual increase or growth, esp. by additions from the outside.
proton_2_n._From Greek , neuter of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ positively charged particle of atom nucleus.
camion_3_n._French, from Old French ,  ._ flat, low, four-wheeled truck or dray.
acuminate_4_a._Latin , past participle of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ pointed; tapering; 
ambulant_3_a._French, from Latin  present participle of ,  ._ walking, continuing active; moving about from place to place. 
wretch_1_noun_English , from Old English , akin to Old High German , Old English ,  -- before 12th century_one who is desperately poor, unhappy, or unfortunate.
remit_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to send (money) to someone or some place.
trimeter_3_n._Late Latin, from Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see   ._ verse-line of three feet. 
udometer_4_n._Latin ,   (contraction of ) +  ._ rain gauge. 
pityriasis_5_n._Greek , from ,  ._ scaly skin infection. 
hierodule_4_n._Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   (from neuter of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,  ._ ancient Greek temple slave. 
legislator_4_noun_, , ,  -- 1603_someone who makes laws, esp. a member of a legislative body.
clerestory_3_n._Middle English  : perhaps ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   ._ windowed part of nave wall rising above aisle roof.
genuine_3_adjective_, akin to Latin  -- circa 1639_true to what is claimed; authentic.
vitellus_3_n._Latin, probably diminutive of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ yolk of egg. 
barricade_3_noun_unknown_a hastily constructed barrier for protection or for obstructing passage.
paramour_3_n._Middle English, from ,  , from Anglo-Norman  : ,   (from Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin , from ,  )._ illicit lover; mistress.
valor_2_noun_English, from Middle French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_boldness in facing danger; courage; bravery.
resile_2_v.i._Obsolete French , from Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ draw back; return to first position or shape. 
surah_2_n._French , after  ._ soft silk fabric.
tektite_2_n._Greek ,   (from ,  ) +   ._ small glassy body found on the surface of the Earth in large numbers and many forms, of uncertain origin but probably from outer space, perhaps debris from the moon or from a comet.
adversity_4_noun_unknown_a condition of misfortune or difficulty.
portrait_2_noun_French,  -- 1570_a painting, drawing, photograph, or sculpture of a person, esp. a person's face.
poncho_2_n._American Spanish, from Spanish,  , perhaps variant of ,  ._ simple kind of cloak with slit for head.
hint_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 1604_a subtle or indirect but comprehensible reference, intimation, or suggestion.
feral_2_a._From Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ wild; untamed; savage; (of animal species) living in the wild, especially after previously being domesticated; funereal. 
wide_1_adjective, adverb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_extending over a considerable or large area from side to side.
libation_3_n._Middle English , from Latin  , from , past participle of ,  ._ offering of drink to gods; act of pouring out such. 
hoax_1_noun, transitive verb_ -- circa 1796_an act of deception, esp. a humorous or mischievous trick.
belligerent_4_adjective, noun_Latin , ,  -- 1577_having a fighting inclination or character; warlike.
thick_1_adjective, adverb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old Irish  -- before 12th century_relatively great in the measure of the smallest dimension from one side to the opposite side.
remote_2_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_at a far distance in space or time.
regular_3_adjective_English , from Middle French, from Late Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_normal or customary.
zany_2_adjective, noun_, from Italian Zanni, Italian Giovanni John  -- 1588_crazily silly or comical.
vitiate_3_transitive verb_, ,  -- 1534_to make (a legal document or the like) ineffective or invalid.
polysyndeton_5_n._Late Greek , from neuter of ,    : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ; see  ._ rhetorical device of repeating conjunction for emphasis. 
contaminate_4_transitive verb_English, from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 15th century_to make impure or unusable by contact or by adding a harmful substance.
paronomasia_5_n._Latin, from Greek , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ pun; punning. 
curium_3_n._After   , and   ._ one of the transuranic elements.
follicle_3_n._Latin ,  , diminutive of ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ small deep cavity or sac. 
well-bred_2_adjective_unknown_showing good upbringing; polite and considerate.
spandrel_2_n._Middle English , probably from ,  , from Anglo-Norman , from ,  , from Latin . See  ._ triangular space between curve of arch and right angle enclosing it; design in corner of postage stamp.
terrigenous_4_a._From Latin ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ produced by earth.
climax_2_noun_Latin, from Greek ,  -- circa 1550_the point of highest interest or intensity in a series of increasingly important points or events.
torpid_2_adjective_, ; from akin to Lithuanian  -- 1613_dormant or inactive, as in hibernation.
isopod_3_n._From New Latin ,    :   + New Latin ,  ._ crustacean with flattened body and seven pairs of legs. 
obelisk_3_n._Latin , from Greek , diminutive of ,  ._ tapering rectangular stone pillar. 
predatory_4_a._Latin ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or living by plundering; destructive. 
megrim_2_n._Middle English , variant of . See  ._ migraine; whim. 
mirliton_3_n._Spanish, from Nahuatl ._ reed pipe.
parcel_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_a thing or group of things wrapped or packed together for carrying or shipping; package.
cornute_2_n._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ cuckold; 
prosaic_3_adjective_Latin , from Latin  -- circa 1656_straightforward and plain; unimaginative; dull.
scopolamine_4_n._New Latin ,   (after Giovanni Antonio (1723-1788), Italian naturalist) +  ._ sleep-inducing drug obtained from nightshade family of plants.
balalaika_4_n._Russian ,  ._ triangular guitar-like musical instrument of Russia.
hatchment_2_n._Alteration of , from  ,  ._ diamond-shaped escutcheon bearing deceased person's arms.
vexillary_4_a._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to regimental colours or standard; 
twinge_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_a sudden sharp pain of short duration.
controvert_3_transitive verb_ -- 1609_to argue in opposition to.
hermeneutic_4_a._Greek , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  ._ explaining; interpreting. 
verisimilitude_6_n._Latin , from ,  . See  ._ appearance of being true. 
man_1_noun_English, from Old English , akin to Old High German , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_a fully grown male human.
chunky_2_adjective_unknown_of thick or sturdy build; stocky.
proximo_3_adv. Now rare_Latin ,  , from , ablative of ,  . See  ._ of next month (
tall_1_adjective, adverb_English, from Old English , akin to Old High German  -- 15th century_having height in excess of the average.
language_2_noun_English, from Old French, , from Latin  -- 14th century_the organized system of written symbols and vocal sounds with which humans communicate thoughts, ideas, or emotions.
dowager_3_n._Obsolete French , from ,  , from ,  , from Latin , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ woman with title, etc., deriving from deceased husband.
obfuscate_3_v.t._Latin  ,    : ,  ; see   + ,   (from ,  )._ make dark or obscure; confuse. 
perennial_4_a._Latin ( ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots) +   ._ everlasting; 
offset_2_noun, adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_that which provides a counterbalance or compensation.
decal_2_n._Short for  ._ decalcomania.
percale_2_n._French, from Persian ,  ._ closely woven cotton used especially for sheets.
wear_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_to carry on one's person as a covering or ornament.
pedate_2_a._Latin , past participle of ,  , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ like a foot; having feet.
surface_2_noun_, , from Old French  -- circa 1604_the exterior or interior boundary of something.
private_2_adjective, noun_English , from Latin , , , from akin to Latin ,  -- 14th century_restricted to the participation or knowledge of specified people.
corpuscle_3_n._Latin , diminutive of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ particle; minute portion or body. 
muscid_2_a.,n._From New Latin ,  , from ,  , from Latin ,  ._ (a member) of the family including the housefly.
comity_3_n._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ civility; friendliness. 
barrette_2_n._French, diminutive of ,  , from Old French. See   ._ hair-clip.
moidore_2_n._Alteration of Portuguese  : (from Latin ,  . See  ) + ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from Latin ,  )._ ancient Portuguese gold coin.
tiffin_2_n._Short for , gerund of ,  ._ light meal; lunch.
pale_1_adjective, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin  -- 12th century_lacking intensity of color.
mausoleum_4_n._Middle English, from Latin , from Greek , from    ._ monumental tomb, especially elaborate. 
clothing_2_noun_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_articles of dress collectively; clothes.
putative_3_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ supposed; believed.
ostentatious_4_adjective_unknown_shown or done, or motivated by a desire, to impress others; showy; pretentious.
cagey_2_adjective_unknown_careful not to be trapped or taken advantage of; wary; shrewd.
force_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_active power, energy, or physical strength.
pericope_4_n._Late Latin , from Greek ,  , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ selection or quotation from book. 
obdurate_3_a._Middle English , from Late Latin , past participle of ,  , from Latin,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ obstinate; hard-hearted. 
neuroleptic_4_a._French  : ,   (from Greek. See  ) + ,   (from Greek ,  , from ,  , from  ,  )._ capable of having an effect on the brain, especially tranquillising; 
artless_2_adjective_unknown_free of deceit and cunning; guileless.
raucous_2_adjective_; akin to Latin  -- 1769_loud, sharp, and rasping, as a voice or laugh.
torrid_2_adjective_,  -- 1545_parched or scorched by the sun, as a geographic area.
schiller_2_n._German,  , from Middle High German ,  , from ,  , from Old High German ,  ._ (having) bronzy lustre. 
telpher_2_n._Alteration of  :   + Greek ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ electrically propelled light car on overhead cable. 
cassowary_4_n._Malay ._ emu-like bird of Australasia. 
telic_2_a._Greek , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ purposive; 
lack_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_unknown_absence or deficiency.
pride_1_noun_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_an inherent feeling of dignity and worth.
wether_2_n._Middle English, from Old English. See   in Indo-European Roots._ castrated ram.
amplexus_3_n._Latin ,  , from past participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ the mating embrace of frogs and toads.
commercial_3_adjective, noun_unknown_of or relating to trade or business.
overcome_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_to defeat or quell in a conflict; succeed in a struggle with.
byssus_2_n._Middle English ,  , from Latin, from Greek ,  ; akin to Sanskrit ,   ( ), or ultimately from Egyptian ,  ._ filamentous tuft ('beard') by which molluscs attach themselves; fine flax and fabric woven from it. 
sublime_2_adjective, noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_exalted or noble; lofty.
yamen_2_n._Chinese (Mandarin)  : ,   (from ,  ) + ,  ._ official residence.
progeny_3_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ offspring
bitter_2_adjective, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English  -- before 12th century_having a sharp and unpleasant taste that is neither sour nor salty.
manifold_3_adjective_English, from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_abundant and varied.
conviction_3_noun_unknown_the process or act of finding a person guilty of a crime or misdemeanor.
multiplicand_4_n._Latin , neuter gerundive of ,  . See   ._ number or amount to be multiplied.
radium_3_n._Latin ,   +  ._ rare radioactive metallic element found in pitchblende, etc. 
diaper_3_n._Middle English,  , from Old French , from Medieval Latin ,  , from Medieval Greek ,    : ,  ; see   + ,   (probably from Latin ,  )._ linen with regular repetitive pattern; such pattern; 
moody_2_adjective_unknown_having moods that vary often or unpredictably.
composure_3_noun_unknown_calmness of mind or manner; self-possession.
candle_2_noun_English , from Old English, from Latin ,  -- before 12th century_a cylindrical stick of wax or waxlike substance enclosing a wick and burned to give light.
nephology_4_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ study of clouds. 
gravid_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ pregnant. 
commissure_3_n._Middle English, from Latin , from , past participle of ,  . See  ._ seam; joint; cleft. 
gamin_2_n._French._ street urchin. 
periphery_4_n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ perimeter, especially of round object or surface; area of termination of nerves. 
obeah_3_n._Black and West Indian English,  ; akin to Efik ,  ._ W African, W Indian, N and S American (among black people) magic cult; magical spell.
cachet_2_n._French, from Old French, from ,  . See  ._ prestige; distinctive mark or quality; seal.
anil_2_n._French, from Portuguese, from Arabic ,    : ,   + Persian (from Sanskrit , from ,  )._ W Indian plant yielding indigo; indigo. 
type_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Late Latin , from Latin Greek; Latin , from Greek , , from akin to Sanskrit Latin  -- 15th century_a group of things or individuals having certain distinguishing characteristics in common; kind.
radicle_3_n._Latin , diminutive of  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ rootlike organ or part; 
effort_2_noun_English, from Middle French, from Old French , ,  -- 15th century_the exertion of physical or mental energy.
plenitude_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ fullness; sufficiency; abundance; entirety.
cadre_2_n._French, from Italian ,  , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ permanent trained unit within an organisation forming nucleus for expansion.
cogitate_3_v.i.  t._Latin   : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  ._ think deeply; consider seriously. 
advantage_3_noun_English , from Middle French, , from Late Latin  -- 1523_a position of superiority or domination.
macaque_2_n._French, from Portuguese . See  ._ short-tailed monkey of Asia; Barbary ape.
hub_1_noun_ -- 1649_the rotating center part of a wheel or similar device to which other parts, such as spokes, are connected.
spineless_2_adjective_unknown_having no courage, conviction, or will power; irresolute.
chapter_2_noun_English , from Old French, from Late Latin Medieval Latin, from Latin,  -- 13th century_one of the main sections of a book, usu. marked with a number or title.
desuetude_3_n._French , from Latin , from , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ disuse; obsolescence.
loris_2_n._French, possibly from obsolete Dutch ,  , from , from Old French , from Latin ,  . See  ._ lemur of India, E India and Ceylon.
incongruous_4_adjective_Latin , from Latin  -- 1611_not suitable or fitting; out of place.
ineluctable_5_a._Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,    : ,   + ,  )._ irresistible; unavoidable. 
havelock_2_n._After Sir Henry (1795-1857), British soldier._ cloth hanging from back of soldier's cap as protection against sun.
high-strung_2_adjective_unknown_exceptionally nervous; easily upset; usually tense.
pentad_2_n._Greek  ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ five; group of five.
ragged_2_adjective_ -- 1739_worn down into rags; torn and tattered.
serendipity_5_n._From the characters in the Persian fairy tale , who made such discoveries, from Persian ,  , from Arabic ._ propensity for finding things by chance or in unexpected places.
viverrine_3_a._New Latin , from ,  , from Latin ,  ._ pertaining to or like a civet; belonging to civet family; 
abstemious_4_a._From Latin  : ,  ; see    + * ,   variant of ._ practising temperance; teetotal.
derringer_3_n._After Henry (1786-1868), American gunsmith._ short, wide-barrelled pistol.
schipperke_3_n._Flemish, diminutive of ,  , from Middle Dutch. See   ._ small black Belgian canal-boat dog.
aimless_2_adjective_unknown_characterized by or having no purpose.
guava_2_n._Spanish ,  ._ apple-like fruit of several tropical American shrubs.
cheek_1_noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Middle Low German  -- before 12th century_the side of the face between the jaw and the eye.
purview_2_n._Alteration (influenced by  ), of Middle English ,   from Anglo-Norman ,  , past participle of ,  . See  ._ scope or range of operation; range of vision or comprehension.
nonentity_4_noun_unknown_someone or something that is insignificant, dull, undistinguished, or unimportant, esp. a person.
praline_2_n._French, after César de Choiseul, Comte du Plessis-  (1598-1675), French army officer._ sweetmeat made of sugar and nuts.
archives_2_plural noun_Latin; French, from Latin , from Greek , ,  -- 1603_the body of records or information pertaining to an institution, organization, or historical figure.
aphrodisiac_5_n.  a._Greek , from ,  , from ,  ._ (drug) inducing sexual desire. 
thwart_1_transitive verb, noun, adjective_English , ,  -- 13th century_to hinder, oppose, or frustrate.
apotropaic_5_a._From Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ averting or combating evil. 
heretic_3_noun_unknown_a person who maintains unorthodox religious opinions or beliefs, esp. a baptized Roman Catholic who dissents from official church doctrine.
progression_3_noun_unknown_the act of progressing.
cation_3_n._Greek ,  , from neuter present participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ positively charged ion moving towards cathode in electrolysis.
orpiment_3_n._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ yellow compound of arsenic, used as pigment, etc.
sensational_4_adjective_unknown_producing or intended to produce intense excitement or interest, esp. by lurid or exaggerated elements.
silence_2_noun, transitive verb, interjection_English, from Old French, from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_absence of sound; stillness.
disparate_3_a._Latin , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ fundamentally different; unequal. 
articular_4_a._Middle English , from Latin , from ,  . See  ._ pertaining to joints.
myrobalan_4_n._Obsolete French , from Latin ,  ), from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ prune-like tannin-containing fruit, used in tanning and dyeing; Indian tree bearing this.
silica_3_n._New Latin, from Latin  ,  ._ silicon compound occurring in flint, quartz and sand. 
bedlam_2_noun_Bedlam, Hospital Saint Mary Bethlehem, London, from Middle English Bedlem Bethlehem  -- 1522_a situation or scene of confused disorder and uproar.
jagged_2_adjective_English  -- 15th century_sharply and unevenly pointed.
annulet_3_n._Latin ,  ; see   +  ._ small ring; 
token_2_noun_English, from Old English , akin to Old High German , Greek  -- before 12th century_something that serves to represent, signal, or symbolize a feeling, value, event, or the like.
canthus_2_n._Late Latin, from Greek ._ angle between eyelids at corner of eye. 
polder_2_n._Dutch, from Middle Dutch._ piece of land reclaimed from sea.
hypochondria_5_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  . See  ._ morbid nervous depression; continual and causeless anxiety about one's health, especially concerning imaginary illnesses. 
surly_2_adjective_Middle English ,  -- circa 1572_ill-tempered and rude; unfriendly.
obdurate_3_adjective_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_stubbornly holding to a position or course of action; unyielding; unpersuadable.
belabor_3_transitive verb_unknown_to continue excessive efforts on or excessive discussion of.
choose_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin  -- before 12th century_to select from two or more alternatives.
aggression_3_noun_, , ,  -- 1611_unprovoked hostile action against a country by another's military forces.
neighborhood_3_noun_unknown_the area or district near some place or thing, or a local area that has distinguishing characteristics.
pigheaded_3_adjective_unknown_obstinate; stubborn.
fustigate_3_v.t._Late Latin   : Latin ,   + Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ beat with a cudgel.
cathode_2_n._Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ negative terminal; electrode by which current leaves. 
relegate_3_v.t._Middle English ,  , from Latin   : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ banish; assign, especially to less important place or person. 
genre_2_n._French, from Old French,  , from Latin  . See in Indo-European Roots._ kind; style; realistic painting of everyday scenes.
caryatid_4_n._From Latin ,  , from Greek ,  , from    ._ sculptured female figure acting as pillar. 
corroborate_4_v.t._Latin   : ,   + ,   (from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ confirm. 
aviculture_4_n._Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ rearing of birds.
depart_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, from Old French , , from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_to leave; go away.
favor_2_noun_English, from Old French , from Latin, ; from akin to Old High German , Old Church Slavonic  -- 14th century_a kind or helpful act.
trefoil_2_n._Middle English, from Anglo-Norman , from Latin  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ clover, or other plants with leaf divided into three lobes; architectural ornament of that shape.
miscegenation_5_n._Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ racial interbreeding, especially between blacks and whites. 
hypocaust_3_n._Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ._ ancient air chamber or series of chambers for heating rooms.
roll_1_intransitive verb_English , from Old French, from Latin , akin to Old High German , Welsh , Sanskrit  -- 13th century_to move by rotating or turning over repeatedly.
occasion_3_noun_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin , , ,  -- 14th century_an incident or event, or the time at which it happens.
store_1_noun_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_a place where merchandise is sold.
martinet_3_n._After Jean (died 1672), French army officer._ strict enforcer of discipline.
sarong_2_n._Malay ,  ._ Malayan skirt-like garment, of long strip cloth wound round body.
quisling_2_n._After Vidkun (1887-1945), head of Norway's government during the Nazi occupation (1940-1945)._ traitor collaborating with enemy occupiers of his or her country.
apartment_3_noun_, from Italian  -- 1641_a room or set of rooms used as living space by a single household and usu. located in a building containing a number of such rooms or sets of rooms.
algid_2_a._Latin , from ,  ._ chilly, especially during fever. 
raid_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English ,  -- 15th century_a sudden or surprise attack or assault, as by a military force.
neptunium_4_n._After the planet  ( )._ one of the transuranic elements.
man_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Old English , akin to Old High German , Sanskrit  -- before 12th century_a fully grown male human.
conceive_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to give shape to in the mind.
theodolite_4_n._New Latin ._ surveyor's angle-measuring swivel-telescope. 
vast_1_adjective_; akin to Old High German , Old Irish  -- 1575_immense in size or area.
aria_3_noun_, Latin  -- circa 1724_a melody or song.
juvenescent_4_a._Latin  present participle of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ becoming young. 
insufflate_3_v.t._Latin   : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ blow on or into; breathe upon. 
meretricious_4_adjective_, ,  -- circa 1626_appealing or attracting in a cheap, showy, or shallow way.
illustration_4_noun_unknown_a picture or drawing used to illustrate a book or other work, or such pictures collectively.
concordat_3_n._French, from Medieval Latin , from neuter past participle of Latin ,  . See  ._ amicable agreement; treaty.
sterlet_2_n._Russian , from Old Russian ,  ._ small sturgeon yielding best caviare.
skewbald_2_a._Middle English ,   (probably from ,  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ bearing patches of white and some colour not black.
clog_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English  -- 14th century_to block passage along or through.
olfaction_3_n._Latin , past participle of ,  ; see   +  ._ sense of smell; act or process of smelling. 
polyglot_3_a._French , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ in or pertaining to several languages; 
pulque_2_n._American Spanish, from Nahuatl ,  ._ Mexican fermented drink made from agave.
simony_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Late Latin , after Magus, a sorcerer who tried to buy spiritual powers from the Apostle Peter (Acts 8:9-24)._ buying and selling of ecclesiastical preferments. 
complain_2_intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_to express dissatisfaction, pain, grief, or other negative feelings.
atrium_3_n._Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ main courtyard-like room of Roman house; cavity of heart or ear.
flame_1_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Middle French Latin , from Old French, , from Latin , akin to Latin  -- 14th century_the ignited gas and vapor that rises from a burning object and is visible as brightly colored, wavering light.
solemn_2_adjective_English , from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_serious or grave in appearance, sound, or the like.
able_2_adjective_English, from Middle French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_having the skill or power necessary to do a thing.
galbanum_3_n._Middle English, from Latin, from Greek ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ asafoetida-like gum resin.
ingredient_4_noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_one of the substances or elements in a mixture.
stricture_2_n._Middle English,  , from Late Latin ,  , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ harsh criticism; 
animadvert_4_v.i._Middle English ,  , from Latin  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see  ._ take notice; comment; criticize; reprove. 
demagogue_3_n._Greek ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ orator addressing himself to, or using arguments such as to stir, the masses. 
quincunx_2_n._Latin  ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see   ._ four corners and centre of rectangle; arrangement of five things in those positions. 
gaucho_2_n._American Spanish, probably from Quechua ,  ._ S American cowboy.
mentation_3_n._From Latin  ,  . See   ._ cerebration. 
balneology_5_n._Latin ,  ; see   +  ._ science of medical application of baths. 
absolute_3_adjective, noun_English , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_precise, exact.
pruinose_3_a._Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ bearing whitish dust; hoary. 
popular_3_adjective_, ,  -- 1548_widely liked or enjoyed; regarded favorably by many.
matin_2_a._Middle English, from Old French, sing. of ,  . See  ._ pertaining to morning. 
maelstrom_2_n._Obsolete Dutch  : Dutch ,   (from Middle Dutch. See in Indo-European Roots) + Dutch ,   (from Middle Dutch. See in Indo-European Roots)._ whirlpool, especially off W coast of Norway.
obstipation_4_n._New Latin   : Latin ,  ; see   + Latin , past participle of ,  ._ complete constipation.
vapid_2_a._Latin ._ dull; uninteresting; insipid. 
dainty_2_adjective, noun_English , from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_small and delicately pretty.
torrid_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ dried up; very hot; tropical. 
hieratic_4_a._Latin , from Greek , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ priestly, especially applied to ancient Egyptian writing used for religious works.
electric_3_adjective_Latin , from Medieval Latin, from Latin , from Greek Elektron; akin to Greek ElektOr  -- 1675_of or pertaining to electricity.
capability_5_noun_unknown_the characteristic of being qualified or able; capacity.
pleurodynia_5_n._New Latin  :   + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ pain in muscles of chest or side.
convict_2_transitive verb, noun_unknown_to find (a person) guilty of a crime or misdemeanor, esp. after a legal proceeding.
plastid_2_n._From Greek  feminine of ,  , from ,  . See  ._ minute mass of protoplasm in cell.
irresponsible_5_adjective_unknown_having or showing a lack of responsibility.
thetic_2_a._Greek , from ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ prescriptive; pertaining to metrical stress.
hierophant_4_n._Late Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   (from  ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ priest; person engaged in or explaining religious mysteries. 
verjuice_2_n._Middle English , from Old French  : ,  ; see   + ,  ; see  ._ sour juice; sourness.
euphony_3_n._French , from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ pleasantness or harmony of sound, especially of words. 
annuity_4_n._Middle English , from Anglo-Norman, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ yearly income, especially for life. 
malachite_3_n._Middle English , from Latin , from Greek , from ,  ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ green ornamental stone, an ore of copper.
suffer_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_to experience pain, misfortune, or distress.
gab_1_intransitive verb, noun_ -- 1786_(informal) to talk idly or at length about something unimportant.
woebegone_3_adjective_English , , from Old English ,  -- 14th century_displaying or full of distress.
churlish_2_adjective_unknown_rude or vulgar in behavior or manner.
clairvoyant_3_adjective, noun_, from Latin , from Latin  -- 1671_possessing the ability to see or know things that are beyond the five senses.
callow_2_adjective_English , from Old English; akin to Old High German , Old Church Slavonic  -- 1580_lacking adult sophistication or judgment; inexperienced; immature.
prolusion_3_n._Latin  , from , past participle of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ preliminary trial; tentative introductory essay. 
fumatory_4_n._From Latin ,  , from ,  ._ place for fumigating. 
eschew_2_v.t._Middle English , from Old French ,   akin to   ._ avoid, shun; abstain from.
unfaithful_3_adjective_unknown_having violated a promise or obligation; disloyal.
desmid_2_n._From New Latin ,  , from ,  , from Greek ,  , from ,  ._ species of algae. 
immerse_2_transitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 15th century_to put deeply into or cover with liquid; submerge.
kilderkin_3_n._Middle English, alteration of Middle Flemish , variant of Middle Dutch  : ,   (from Medieval Latin . See  ) + ,  ._ measure of capacity, about 18 gallons; cask holding that amount.
catechumen_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from Greek , present passive participle of ,  . See  ._ person receiving instruction, especially in religion. 
moderate_3_adjective_English, from Latin , ; from akin to Latin  -- 15th century_keeping or kept within reasonable limits; not extreme or excessive.
vernacular_4_a._From Latin ,  , from ,  ,  ._ native; common; everyday; local; 
recapitulate_5_v.t._Latin   : ,   + ,   diminutive of  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ repeat; summarize. 
wily_2_adjective_unknown_cleverly deceitful; tricky; cunning.
discard_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_unknown_to throw out or away; cast off.
civilization_5_noun_unknown_the combined cultural, political, and technological achievements of an advanced society.
predominant_4_adjective_French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- 1576_being the chief or greatest in importance, status, influence, or the like.
mind_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek ,  -- before 12th century_the reasoning faculty, which thinks, judges, understands, and directs, in humans capable of great complexity because of the development of the human brain.
cougar_2_n._French , alteration (influenced by ,  ), of Portuguese from Tupi  : ,   + ,  ._ large, brown American wild cat; puma.
chorion_3_n._Greek . See in Indo-European Roots._ membrane enclosing amnion. 
garrulous_3_a._From Latin , from ,  ._ talkative. 
absolute_3_adjective_English , from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_precise, exact.
niche_1_noun_, from Middle French, , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin  -- 1611_a crevice or recessed area, esp. an ornamental one set in a wall to hold a statue, urn, or the like.
bubble_2_noun, intransitive verb_English  -- 14th century_an approximately spherical volume of gas bounded by a liquid or a solid.
rachitis_3_n._New Latin ,   (adopted because of its similarity in sound to  ), from Late Greek  : Greek ,   + Greek ,  ._ inflammation of spine; rickets. 
sweet_1_adjective, adverb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Latin , Greek  -- before 12th century_having a flavor like that of sugar or honey; not bitter, salty, or sour in taste.
notable_3_adjective, noun_unknown_receiving or deserving notice; exceptional; striking.
artisan_3_n._Probably French, from Italian , from Vulgar Latin * , from Latin ,  , past participle of ,  , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ workman; journeyman; mechanic.
impetuous_4_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 14th century_sudden and impulsive.
outlet_2_noun_English , , from Old English ,  -- 13th century_an opening through which something is released or allowed to escape; vent.
graphic_2_adjective, noun_, from Greek ,  -- 1637_of or related to pictorial or written representations such as photography, painting, and printing.
renal_2_a._Late Latin , from Latin ,  ._ pertaining to kidneys.
casuist_3_n._French , from Spanish , from Latin ,  . See   ._ sophist; resolver of questions of conscience. 
imaginative_5_adjective_unknown_having or showing an active or creative imagination.
stringent_2_adjective_,  -- 1736_rigorous or exacting in requirements; strict.
sabot_2_n._French, from Old French , alteration of ,  ,  ._ wooden shoe; clog.
dryad_2_n._Middle English , from Latin  , from Greek , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ wood nymph. 
reticent_3_adjective_,  -- circa 1834_reluctant to speak; not given to frequent speech; restrained; shy.
denounce_2_transitive verb_English, from Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_to attack or condemn verbally; speak out against; censure.
ancestry_3_noun_unknown_one's ancestors collectively.
inclination_4_noun_unknown_a tendency towards; preference; liking.
karaoke_4_n._Japanese  : ,   + ,   (from English  )._ entertainment of singing popular songs to pre-recorded backing tape.
music_2_noun_English , from Old French , from Latin , from Greek Muses, from Muses, from Mousa Muse  -- 13th century_sound that has rhythm, melody, or harmony, usu. produced by voice or instrument.
empennage_3_n._French,  , from ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots)._ tail assembly of an aircraft.
foreign_2_adjective_English , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 13th century_in, from, characteristic of, or involving a country that is not one's own.
quassia_2_n._New Latin, after Graman , an 18th-century Surinamese._ drug obtained from certain tropical American trees, used as tonic, insecticide, etc.
archimandrite_4_n._Late Latin , from Late Greek  : Greek ,   + Late Greek ,   (from Greek,  )._ superior of large monastery of Greek Church; abbot.
portfolio_4_n._Italian  : , from ,   (from Latin . See   in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Latin ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots)._ case for carrying papers; office of cabinet minister. 
poulard_2_n._French , from ,  , from Old French, from Latin , feminine of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ sterilized or fat pullet.
anodyne_3_n.  a._Latin , from Greek ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ (drug) reducing pain or mental distress. 
abolish_3_transitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin ;  -- 15th century_to do away with; end.
frisky_2_adjective_unknown_lively and playful.
plenty_2_noun, adjective, adverb_English , from Old French , from Late Latin , from Latin,  -- 13th century_a full provision or supply.
arid_2_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ dry, barren (land etc.); dull, unoriginal, lifeless. 
choler_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin ,  , from Greek , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ anger; bile. 
total_2_adjective, noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  -- 15th century_comprising or including the whole; entire; full.
trepidation_4_noun_, , ; from akin to Old English , Greek  -- 1605_a condition of anxiety or dread; alarm.
love_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English , Latin ,  -- before 12th century_tender and passionate affection for another person.
salina_3_n._Spanish, from Latin ,  , from feminine pl. of ,  . See  ._ salt lake, spring or marsh; salt pan.
onerous_3_a._Middle English, from Old French , from Latin , from  ,  ._ burdensome; weighty.
salacious_3_a._From Latin  ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ obscene; lascivious. 
phony_3_adjective, noun_, from Irish , from Old Irish  -- 1900_(informal) not real or genuine; fake.
course_1_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_progression; movement.
witenagemot_5_n._Old English ,    : , genitive pl. of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   ( ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  )._ early English national council; witan.
obscure_2_adjective, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Latin  -- 15th century_weakly or poorly illuminated.
extensor_3_n._New Latin , from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ muscle extending limb.
sequoia_3_n._New Latin ,  , after  ._ gigantic redwood or 'big tree' of California.
stylobate_3_n._Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ coping, etc., supporting colonnade.
half-wit_2_noun_unknown_one who is mentally retarded or deficient.
sacral_2_a._From Latin  ,  . See  ._ pertaining to sacrum; pertaining to sacred rites.
paginate_3_v.t._From Latin ,  . See   ._ arrange and number pages of (book). 
nabob_2_n._Hindi , from Arabic , pl. of ,   active participle of ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ Indian or Mogul governor; wealthy person, especially retired Anglo-Indian.
blessed_2_adjective_English, from Old English , ;  -- before 12th century_hallowed; sanctified.
hermaphrodite_4_a.,n._Middle English , from Medieval Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ (person, plant, etc.) with characteristics, especially generative organs, of both sexes. 
fossick_2_v.i.,v.t._English dialectal,  ._ search for by turning or picking over, especially for gold; rummage. 
pectin_2_n._French , from Greek ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ substance in fruit causing jam, etc., to set. 
saki_2_n._Japanese._ white-bearded and -ruffed S American monkey.
peak_1_noun, intransitive verb, adjective_ -- 1530_the top part of a mountain that tapers to a point, or such a mountain itself.
dorsal_2_a._Middle English, from Late Latin , from Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to, on or at the back; 
discrete_2_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Latin , past participle of ,  . See  ._ separate; composed of separable parts; 
pepsin_2_n._Greek ,   (from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ gastric digestive juice. 
stout_1_adjective, noun_English, from Middle French , Germanic ; akin to Old High German ; akin to Old High German  -- 14th century_physically strong; sturdy; thick.
idiopathy_5_n._New Latin ,  , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ._ peculiar characteristic; disease not caused by another. 
inexorable_5_a._Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,    : ,  ; see   + ,  )._ unalterable; relentless. 
own_1_adjective, noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English Agen; akin to Old High German , Old Norse , Old English Agan  -- before 12th century_belonging to oneself or itself alone.
imbue_2_v.t._Middle English , from Latin ,  ._ soak; dye; impregnate; permeate.
ablaze_2_adjective_unknown_on fire; burning.
prothesis_3_n._Greek,  , from  ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ addition of a sound to beginning of a word.
scabrous_2_a._Late Latin , from  ,  ._ having rough or scurfy surface; scaly; full of difficulties; risque; obscene. 
amalgam_3_n._Middle English, from Old French , from Medieval Latin , probably ultimately from Greek ,  ._ alloy of mercury and another metal, especially silver, used to fill teeth; blend.
comfortable_4_adjective_unknown_a condition of well-being or bodily ease.
naprapathy_4_n._Czech ,   (from ,    : ,   from Old Church Slavonic ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,   from Old Church Slavonic . See   in Indo-European Roots) +  ._ medical treatment by manipulation of spine, thorax or pelvis.
darling_2_noun, adjective_English , from Old English ,  -- before 12th century_a deeply loved person (used esp. in direct address).
sphingid_2_n._From New Latin ,  , from ,  , from Latin,  . See  ._ hawk moth. 
agitate_3_transitive verb, intransitive verb_,  -- 15th century_to cause to move briskly or with force.
analemma_4_n._Latin,  , from Greek , from ,  . See  ._ graduated scale in figure-of-eight, showing difference between actual time and that shown by the sun.
horologe_3_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Latin , from Greek  : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ timepiece. 
axiology_5_n._Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots +  ._ study of ultimate values. 
mercantile_3_a._French, from Italian, from ,  , from Latin  , from present participle of ,  , from  ,  ._ pertaining to trading and merchants. 
literature_4_noun_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_writings such as dramas, poems, novels, essays, and stories, esp. those that have lasting artistic value.
cubeb_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from Arabic dialectal , variant of Arabic ._ dried fruit of a pepper plant, used for catarrh.
mezzotint_3_n._Alteration of Italian ,    : , feminine of ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   from feminine past participle of ,   (from Latin,  )._ engraving on roughened metal, which is smoothed and polished to produce light and shade.
knave_1_noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_an unscrupulous person; evildoer.
thoughtful_2_adjective_unknown_inclined to be deep in thought; contemplative.
humble_2_adjective_English, from Old French, from Latin , ; from akin to Greek ,  -- 13th century_not prideful or pretentious; modest.
glide_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- before 12th century_to move in a smooth and seemingly effortless manner.
strickle_2_n._Middle English , perhaps from Old English ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ scythe-sharpening instrument; template; instrument for levelling off material, especially grain, in a container.
category_4_noun_Latin , from Greek , , ,  -- 1588_a specific class or group in a classification system.
unsightly_3_adjective_unknown_unpleasant or disagreeable to look at; unattractive; ugly.
small_1_adjective, adverb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Greek  -- before 12th century_relatively little in size, number, or amount.
knife_1_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Old English , from Old Norse ; akin to Middle Low German  -- before 12th century_an instrument or utensil with a handle and a thin, sharp blade, used for cutting.
canon_2_n._Spanish , augmentative of ,  , from Latin ,  . See  ._ law; code, especially ecclesiastical; criterion; authentic or accepted books especially of Bible; list; 
deliberate_4_adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_unknown_said or done intentionally.
special_2_adjective, noun_English, from Old French Latin; Old French , from Latin ,  -- 13th century_having a distinct or singular character.
anhedonia_5_n._New Latin  : Greek ,  ; see    + Greek ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ inability to be happy.
clutter_2_transitive verb, noun_English ,  -- 1556_to fill or litter with an untidy assortment of things.
boule_2_n._Greek ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ roulette-like game.
nerve_1_noun, transitive verb_, akin to Greek ,  -- 14th century_any of numerous bundles of fibers forming a system that carries stimuli and impulses to and from the brain and other parts of the body.
locale_2_n._From French ,  , from Old French. See  ._ locality; scene.
wallow_2_intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English  -- before 12th century_to roll the body about lazily in mud, sand, water, or the like, esp. for comfort or pleasure.
etesian_3_a._From Latin , from Greek , from ,  . See   in Indo-European Roots._ occurring annually or periodically, especially such Mediterranean north wind in summer.
reliquary_4_n._French , from Old French, from ,  , from Late Latin ,  . See  ._ container for holy relics.
appearance_3_noun_unknown_the act or an instance of appearing or coming into view.
hydromancy_4_n._Middle English , from Old French , from Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ divination by water.
beta_2_n._Greek ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ second letter of Gr. alphabet. 
stringent_2_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ strict; tight; cogent. 
asyndeton_4_n._Late Latin, from Greek , from neuter of ,    : ,  ; see    + ,   (from ,    : ,   + ,  )._ rhetorical device of omitting conjunctions. 
capable_3_adjective_French Late Latin; Middle French , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 1579_having the ability to perform as required.
catalpa_3_n._Creek  : ,   + ,  ._ ornamental American and Asiatic tree; Indian bean.
mukluk_2_n._Yupik ,  ._ Eskimo's soft (especially sealskin) boot.
office_2_noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_a place where business or professional transactions are conducted.
front_1_noun, adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 13th century_the most forward part or side of something, such as a building.
single_2_adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English, from Middle French, from Latin ; akin to Latin  -- 14th century_only one.
ignominy_4_n._French , from Old French, from Latin  : ,  ; see    + ,   (influenced by ,  ); see in Indo-European Roots._ dishonour. 
balmy_2_adjective_unknown_soft, mild, and soothing.
lag_1_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_Scandinavian ; akin to Norwegian  -- 1514_to fall behind an established or expected pace.
apteral_3_a._From Greek ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see  ._ (of classical temple) having columns at front or back only; (of church) lacking aisles: apterous.
monody_3_n._Late Latin , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ song on one note or by one voice; dirge; melody.
rectilinear_5_a._From Late Latin  : Latin ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + Latin ,  ; see   ._ pertaining to or bounded by straight lines; rectigrade. 
truant_2_noun, adjective_English, from Old French, Celtic ; akin to Old Irish ,  -- 15th century_one who is absent without permission, esp. from a school.
autopsy_3_n._Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ personal examination, especially post-mortem. 
bromine_2_n._French (from Greek ,  ) +   ._ non-metallic chlorine-like element found in seawater and mineral springs. 
quixotic_3_adjective_Quixote  -- 1815_absurdly and impractically chivalrous; ridiculously idealistic.
chatty_2_adjective_unknown_tending to chat; talkative.
arachnid_3_n._From New Latin ,  , from Greek ,  ._ creature of the natural class 
atonic_3_a.,n._From Greek . See  ._ unaccented or voiceless (sound); surd; 
samite_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from Medieval Greek , from Greek, neuter of ,    : ,   + ,  ._ ancient rich silk fabric.
tumble_2_intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun_English, from Old English ; akin to Old High German  -- 14th century_to roll end over end while falling, as over an object, or while in flight.
melodious_4_adjective_unknown_of, characterized by, or containing a pleasing melody.
dependable_4_adjective_unknown_deserving of trust or confidence; reliable.
dip_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_to immerse partially or temporarily in or as if in a liquid; dunk.
appose_2_v.t._Probably   + (as in  )._ to place (things) side by side or next to each other.
verso_2_n._New Latin ,  , from Latin , ablative of past participle of ,  . See  ._ left-hand page or back cover of book; reverse of coin.
muzzle_2_noun, transitive verb_English , from Middle French , , from Medieval Latin  -- 15th century_the projecting nose, jaws, and mouth of certain animals, such as dogs.
tragic_2_adjective_English, from Latin , from Greek ,  -- 15th century_of, pertaining to, or having the nature of tragedy.
canescent_3_a._Latin  present participle of inchoative of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ becoming white; hoary. 
azoth_2_n._Middle English , from Old French, from Arabic ,    : ,   + ,   (from Syriac ,  . See in Indo-European Roots)._ alchemists' name for mercury; Paracelsus' postulated panacea.
vigor_2_noun_English, from Middle French , from Latin,  -- 14th century_effective strength; active power.
false_1_adjective_English , from Old French Latin; Old French, from Latin ,  -- 12th century_untrue or incorrect.
circumflex_3_n.  a._From Latin ,  , past participle of ,    : ,   + ,  ._ (applied to) accent (^) indicating length of vowel; curved; arched. 
saluki_3_n._Arabic ,  ._ greyhound-like Arab dog; gazelle hound.
fill_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old English ; akin to Old English  -- before 12th century_to cause to become full; put as much as possible into.
matrix_2_noun_, ,  -- 1555_an environment that gives form to or provides for the origin or development of something.
auriferous_4_a._From Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ._ containing gold.
coccyx_2_n._New Latin, from Greek ,  ._ bone at base of spinal column. 
maturate_3_v.i.,v.t._Latin  , from ,  . See  ._ become mature or ripe; cause to suppurate. 
anachronism_4_n._French , from New Latin , from Late Greek , from ,    : Greek ,   + Greek ,   (from ,  )._ error in chronology, especially of dating event before its correct date; thing impossible or absurd by reason of such error. 
muck_1_noun, transitive verb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse  -- 13th century_organic matter in decomposition; manure.
polite_2_adjective_,  -- 1501_demonstrating good manners or thoughtfulness; well-trained in deportment; courteous.
cutaneous_4_a._From New Latin , back-formation from Late Latin , and ,   both from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to the skin, especially its surface.
pastrami_3_n._Yiddish , from Romanian , from ,  , from Vulgar Latin * ,  , from , past participle of Latin ,  ._ highly seasoned smoked beef.
dolman_2_n._French, from German, from Hungarian , from Turkish ,  , from ,  ._ long Turkish outer robe; short hussar's jacket worn over shoulder. 
pharos_2_n._Latin, from Greek, after , a peninsula, formerly an island, in the Mediterranean Sea at Alexandria, Egypt, and the site of an ancient lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the World._ lighthouse. 
superciliary_6_a._New Latin , from Latin ,  . See  ._ pertaining to brows or eyebrows. 
shifty_2_adjective_unknown_not sincere, honest, or trustworthy; evasive or tricky.
touching_2_adjective, preposition_English, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin ,  -- 14th century_bringing forth a kind or sympathetic response; moving.
dysthymia_4_n._New Latin , from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ._ despondency. 
novercal_3_a._Latin , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to stepmother.
destroy_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , Latin ,  -- 13th century_to damage beyond repair; ruin.
implement_3_v.t._Middle English,  , from Old French ,  , from Late Latin , from Latin ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ carry out, perform; fulfil;, 
interest_3_noun, transitive verb_English, from Anglo-French Medieval Latin; Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin, from Latin,  -- 15th century_curiosity about, involvement in, or concern about something.
dentate_2_a._Latin , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ with toothed edge, or tooth-like prominences. 
copy_2_noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French, from Medieval Latin , from Latin,  -- 14th century_a reproduction of an original.
alleviate_4_transitive verb_Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_to make more bearable; ease.
agave_3_n._New Latin ,  , from Greek , feminine of ,  ._ several tropical American fibre-yielding plants; American aloe.
secern_2_v.t._Latin ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ secrete; separate; discriminate. 
add_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English, from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to combine (something) with something else, often to increase the amount or number of the latter.
loose_1_adjective_English , from Old Norse ; akin to Old High German  -- 13th century_not restrained or confined; free.
careen_2_v.i.,v.t._From French ,  , from Old French , from Old Italian , from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots._ heel over; turn on side for repairs.
sham_1_noun, adjective, transitive verb, intransitive verb_from English , English  -- 1677_an imitation that is passed as genuine; counterfeit.
ormolu_3_n._French  : ,   (from Old French. See   ) + obsolete French , past participle of ,   (from Old French, from Latin . See in Indo-European Roots)._ gilt metal; gold-like brass ornament of furniture.
androgynous_4_a._From Latin ,  , from Greek  : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ hermaphrodite.
kleptomania_5_n._Greek ,   +  ._ uncontrollable desire to steal. 
rotisserie_4_n._French , from Old French , from ,  ,  ._ shop selling roast meat, especially restaurant where meat is roasted in view of diners; rotating spit for roasting meat.
affined_2_a._French , from Old French ,  , from Latin ,    : ,   + ,  ._ closely related; connected.
ogee_2_n._Middle English , pl. of ,  . See  ._ moulding with S-shaped section; 
kumquat_2_n._Chinese (Cantonese) , equivalent to Chinese (Mandarin) ,   + Chinese (Mandarin) ,  ._ very small citrus fruit.
euphuism_3_n._After , a character in   and   by John Lyly, from Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ affected style of writing full of high-flown language and far- fetched metaphors, especially in imitation of Lyly's 
anguish_2_noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English , from Old French , from Latin , ; from akin to Old English  -- 13th century_unbearable pain or suffering, esp. psychological.
simple_2_adjective, noun_English, from Old French, from Latin , Latin , from Latin , ,  -- 13th century_made of only one part or thing; unmixed.
critique_2_noun_ -- 1702_a written critical review of or commentary on a work, esp. of art, literature, or the like.
tiki_2_n._Maori._ carved figure of ancestor, worn as an amulet.
humerus_3_n._Latin,  ._ bone of upper arm. 
cataplexy_4_n._From Greek ,  , from ,    : ,  ; see   +  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ catalepsy-like trance or fit due to shock; motionlessness in animals feigning death.
apiculate_4_a._From New Latin ,  , diminutive of Latin  ,  ._ (of leaves) having short point at tip.
hesitant_3_adjective_unknown_uncertain or in doubt; hesitating.
malleable_4_a._Middle English, from Old French, from Medieval Latin , from ,  , from Latin ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ capable of being hammered or pressed into shape; pliable; weak-willed. 
dauphin_2_n._Middle English, from Old French,  , from ,  , from ,  . See  ._ French king's eldest son. 
decrescent_3_a._Latin  present participle of ,  . See  ._ decreasing gradually. 
suffrutescent_4_a._New Latin   : Latin ,   + New Latin ,   (from Latin ,  )._ having woody base. 
hornblende_2_n._German  : ,   (from Middle High German, from Old High German. See   in Indo-European Roots) + ,  ; see  ._ dark-coloured variety of amphibole, containing aluminium and iron.
caboose_2_n._Possibly from obsolete Dutch ,  , from Middle Low German  : perhaps * ,  ; akin to Old French ; see   + Middle High German ,  ._ ship's galley; 
amatol_3_n._From   +  ._ explosive composed of T.N.T. and ammonium nitrate.
figure_2_noun_English, from Old French, from Latin ,  -- 13th century_a number or other written symbol other than a letter of the alphabet.
homologous_4_a._From Greek ,    : ,   + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ exactly or relatively corresponding in structure. 
immolate_3_v.t._Latin  ,    : ,  ; see    + ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ sacrifice, especially by killing. 
put_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English ; akin to Old English , Middle Dutch  -- 12th century_to move (something) to a particular position or location.
vinous_2_a._Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to or like wine; fond of wine; wine-coloured. 
fate_1_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French Latin; Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 14th century_ultimate result; fortune; lot.
neat_1_adjective, adverb_English , from Old English ; akin to Old High German , Old English , Lithuanian  -- before 12th century_orderly in appearance, state, or habits; tidy.
strenuous_3_adjective_ -- 1599_marked by great effort or energy; vigorous or zealous.
turbinate_3_a._Latin , from  ,  . See  ._ spirally rolled; like a spinning-top in shape; 
capillary_4_a._From Latin , from ,  ._ pertaining to or like a hair; 
lurid_2_adjective_,  -- circa 1656_emitting a glaringly bright red glow.
compote_2_n._French, from Old French ,  , from Latin , feminine past participle of ,  . See  ._ mixed fruit with syrup; mixed savoury dish. 
philander_3_v.i._From ,  , from ,  , from Greek ,    : ,   +  ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots._ (of man) flirt. 
juggernaut_3_n._Hindi ,  , from Sanskrit ,    : ,   (from earlier present participle of ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from ,  ).  ._ huge Indian idol of Vishnu, drawn at festivals on a cart beneath whose wheels worshippers were erroneously believed to throw themselves to death; any belief or object needing or receiving sacrifice of themselves by believers; anything that crushes all in its path; very large lorry.
distrait_2_a._Middle English, from Old French, past participle of ,  , from Latin . See  ._ inattentive; abstracted.
random_2_adjective_English, from Middle French , from Old French, , from Germanic ; akin to Old High German  -- 1561_occurring in a manner without apparent reason, purpose, or pattern.
conspectus_3_n._Latin, from past participle of ,  . See  ._ general view or outline; summary.
ace_1_noun_English , from Middle French, from Latin,  -- 14th century_a playing card or die face that bears only one spot.
lukewarm_2_adjective_English, ; from akin to Old High German  -- 14th century_only slightly warm; tepid.
evoke_2_transitive verb_, from Latin ,  -- circa 1626_to call forth or bring out (an image, memory, response, or the like) in the mind or in action.
metrology_4_n._French , from Greek ,    : ,  ; see   in Indo-European Roots + ,  ._ study of weights and measures. 
esprit_2_n._French, from Latin ,  . See  ._ wit; vivacity; quick intelligence. 
permissive_3_adjective_English , from Middle French , from Latin  -- 15th century_allowing much, often excessive, freedom of behavior; lenient.
asset_2_noun_, from Anglo-French , from Old French , from Vulgar Latin , from Latin ,  -- 1531_a useful or desirable quality or thing.
exposition_4_noun_unknown_a detailed statement intended to explain something, esp. something difficult.
zircon_2_n._German , from Arabic , from Greek , from Persian ,    : ,   (from Middle Persian , from Old Persian *  , in ,  . See in Indo-European Roots) + ,   (from Middle Persian; akin to Avestan ,  )._ brownish or greyish mineral used as gem. 
affinity_4_noun_English , from Middle French Latin; Middle French , from Latin , , ,  -- 14th century_a strong sense of liking; a natural attraction or sympathy.
deception_3_noun_English , from Middle French , from Late Latin , from Latin  -- 15th century_the act of causing someone to believe an untruth, or the state of being so deceived.
secure_2_adjective, transitive verb_,  -- circa 1533_free from fear or danger.
nonchalant_3_adjective_, from Old French, , , from Latin  -- circa 1734_not showing excitement or anxiety; coolly confident, unflustered, or unworried;casually indifferent.
notice_2_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French, from Latin , ,  -- 15th century_warning, news, or indication of something, esp. in written or printed form.
satiate_3_v.t._Middle English , from Latin  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ fill to brim; cloy; glut; 
noblesse_2_n._Middle English, from Old French, from ,  , from Latin . See  ._ noble birth; nobility. 
testy_2_adjective_English , from Anglo-French, from Old French  -- 1526_easily annoyed or angered; irritable; touchy.
chivalry_3_noun_English , from Middle French ,  -- 14th century_the practices, principles, and spirit of medieval knighthood.
pteropod_3_n._From New Latin ,    : Greek ,  ; see   + New Latin ,  ._ small swimming mollusc, often shell-less. 
catastrophe_4_noun_, ,  -- 1540_a calamity with widespread effects; disaster.
accredit_3_v.t._French  : ,   (from Latin . See  ) + ,   (from Old French. See  )._ attribute; gain belief for; attach officially.
sierra_3_n._Spanish,  , from Latin ,  ._ rugged mountain chain. 
aphorism_3_n._French , from Old French, from Late Latin , from Greek , from ,    : ,   + ,  ; see  ._ brief wise saying; maxim; definition. 
tie_1_transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun_English , from Old English ; akin to Old Norse , Old English  -- before 12th century_to fasten, secure, or bind with a cord or string.
valuable_4_adjective, noun_unknown_having great material or monetary worth; expensive.
catholic_3_adjective, noun_French Late Latin; Middle French , from Late Latin , from Greek , , ,  -- 14th century_all-encompassing or wide-ranging.
discomfort_3_noun, transitive verb_English, from Middle French , from Old French,  -- 14th century_uneasiness, pain, or distress of mind or body.
nefarious_4_adjective_, , , from akin to Greek ,  -- circa 1609_very wicked; evil.
unruly_3_adjective_English , ,  -- 15th century_not submitting readily to rule or restriction; difficult or impossible to control; wild.
inexpensive_4_adjective_unknown_low or moderate in cost.
onslaught_2_noun_Dutch ; akin to Old English Old English  -- circa 1625_a forceful, often sudden, offensive maneuver; attack.
zeta_2_n._Greek ,  . See in Semitic Roots._ sixth letter of Greek alphabet.
spikenard_2_n._Middle English, from Anglo-Norman, from Medieval Latin  : Latin ,   + Latin , genitive of ,  ._ ancient sweetly scented ointment; Indian plant yielding it.
supernumerary_6_a.,n._Latin  : ,  ; see   + , accusative of ,  ; see in Indo-European Roots._ (person) in addition to usual or necessary number.
achieve_2_transitive verb, intransitive verb_English , from Middle French , from Latin ,  -- 14th century_to reach or carry through successfully; accomplish.
execute_3_transitive verb_English, from Middle French ,  -- 14th century_to put into effect or accomplish.
rubella_3_n._From Latin, neuter pl. of ,  , from . See in Indo-European Roots._ German measles.
measure_2_noun_English , from Old French, from Latin , , from akin to Old English , Greek  -- 13th century_calculation of exact dimensions within time or space, such as length, quantity, duration, weight, or capacity.
pneumatic_3_a._French , from Latin , from Greek , from  ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to, using or worked by air pressure. 
plumose_2_a._Latin , from ,  ._ feathered; feathery.
wanton_2_adjective, noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb_English, , from Old English, , from Old English  -- 14th century_characterized by malice and injustice.
vigesimal_4_a._From Latin , variant of ,  , from ,  . See in Indo-European Roots._ pertaining to or based on number twenty; twentieth.
tube_1_noun, transitive verb_, from Latin ; akin to Latin  -- 1651_a hollow cylinder made of glass, metal, or rubber used esp. for holding or conveying liquids.
pyrethrum_3_n._Latin,  , from Greek ,  , from ,  . See  ._ chrysanthemum-like garden plant; kind of insect powder.
negligible_4_adjective_,  -- 1829_so small or unimportant as to be of no account; trifling or insignificant.
acetabulum_5_n._Latin ,  , from ,  . See  ._ cuplike hollow on hipbone to receive thighbone.
introrse_2_a._Latin , contraction of ,    : ,  ; see in Indo-European Roo