anything that transforms, purifies, or refines

razzle-dazzle, or showiness, brilliance, or virtuosity in technique or effect

a small lie; fib

to abolish by formal or official means; annul by an authoritative act; repeal

frank and simple good-heartedness; a good-natured manner; friendliness; geniality

large in quantity or number; abundant; plentiful

lateness; delay

Meteorology—a bright moonlike spot on a lunar halo; a mock moon

utterly detestable; abominable; abhorrent

an establishment or resumption of harmonious relations

a quick, clever reply to an insult or criticism

utterly unyielding or firm in attitude or opinion

vulgar or indecent in speech, language, etc.; coarsely mocking, abusive, or irreverent; scurrilous

exhausted; very tired

highly excited by eagerness, curiosity, anticipation, etc.

pleasing in appearance; attractive; fair