levity noun
lightness of manner or speech; humor; silliness
meander verb
to move aimlessly; wander lazily; move along a winding course
peripheral adjective
of minor importance; only slightly connected with what is essential; irrelevant
substantiate verb
to prove the truth of; confirm; verify
unobtrusive adjective
not readily noticeable or eye-catching; inconspicuous
vacillate verb
to go back and forth, mentally between one alternative to another; hesitate
copious adjective
abundant; in plentiful supply
dearth noun
a scarcity; lack
eloquent adjective
extremely expressive and persuasive
jargon noun
the specialized language of people in the same profession
hindrance noun
a obstacle; impediment
cognizant adjective
aware
expedient adjective
self- serving; convenient
lavish adjective
extremely fancy or luxurious; extravagant
negligent adjective
careless; irresponsible; casual
scrutinize verb
to examine carefully
kindle verb
to stir up; arouse
appal verb
to horrify; dismay
ludicrous adjective
laughable
commiserate verb
to sympathize; express compassion