in poetry, a "foot" of two syllables, both of which are long in quantitative meter or stressed in accentual meter

either of the two times a year when the sun is at its greatest distance from the celestial equator: about June 21, when the sun reaches its northernmost point on the celestial sphere, or about December 22, when it reaches its southernmost point

a finely granular variety of gypsum, often white and translucent, used for ornamental objects or work, such as lamp bases, figurines, etc.

having very little inflection; limited to a narrow pitch range

beaming with happiness, optimism, or anticipation

a misunderstanding, disagreement, etc. of a complicated or bitter nature, as between persons or nations

to glide, move, or proceed easily or nonchalantly

sleepy; drowsy

the theory that only the self exists, or can be proved to exist

a cause of obsessive fear, irritation, or loathing

twilight; dusk

the state of being dull; lethargy

lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible

the lowest point; point of greatest adversity or despair

relating to or characteristic of a person who indulges in some of the luxuries and comforts of a fancy lifestyle; relating to or characteristic of a person who aspires to the upper middle class, especially when regarded as being elitist or snobbish

dependent on circumstances beyond one's control; uncertain; insecure