to see (something unclear or distant) by looking carefully; discern; espy

characterized by long words

to associate on very friendly terms (usually followed by 'with')

cunning; sly

having little or no money; penniless; poor

sharply caustic or sarcastic, as wit or a speaker; biting

having hegemony or dominance

very disorganized; messy or confused

to settle securely or snugly; to cover or shelter; hide securely

a small piece or quantity; a bit

large in quantity or number; abundant; plentiful

characterized by avarice; greedy; covetous

needless repetition of an idea, especially in words other than those of the immediate context, without imparting additional force or clearness, as in "widow woman"

something that strongly attracts attention by its brilliance, interest, etc.

to become spread throughout all parts of

of the nature of or resembling that of sugar