adjective of or constituting a great but unspecified number; numberless.The city’s myriad lights competed with the stars.Myriad petals dropped from the trees. See the full entry
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glacial
adjective of, concerning, coming from, or marked by the presence of glaciers or other large ice masses.a glacial era See the full entry
frivolous
adjective unworthy of serious consideration or merit; trivial or silly.His father had worked hard for a living and could not tolerate his son engaging in frivolous pursuits.The committee rejected the recommendation as…
exuberant
adjective vigorously enthusiastic or happy; high-spirited.She was exuberant upon hearing that she’d been accepted into the honors program.The soccer fans were exuberant after the team’s big win. See the full entry
wreath
noun a circular band, usu. of flowers or foliage woven or twisted together, used as a symbol or decoration.a laurel wreatha Christmas wreath See the full entry