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gratuitous

Posted on September 21, 2017September 18, 2017 by Lynn

gr@ tu ih t@s  [or]  grae tu ih t@s adjective 1.  given or done without sufficient reason or justification; unwarranted. The movie’s gratuitous violence earned it low ratings from critics. 2.  given…

balmy

Posted on September 20, 2017September 17, 2017 by Lynn

bal mi adjective 1.  gentle, mild, and soothing. They prefer the balmy climate of the South Sea Islands. 2.  fragrant, like a balm. The tropical air was balmy with the scent of…

unabashed

Posted on September 19, 2017September 17, 2017 by Lynn

uhn @ baesht adjective not feeling or showing embarrassment, uneasiness, or shame. He was unabashed as he made his surprising announcement.

scathing

Posted on September 18, 2017September 17, 2017 by Lynn

skeI thihng adjective harshly condemning; brutal. The governor’s action received scathing criticism from her opponents. After reading a scathing review of the hotel, I canceled my reservation.

alfresco

Posted on September 8, 2017September 4, 2017 by Lynn

ael fre sko adverb in the open air; outside. If the weather is fine, we shall dine alfresco. In warm weather, some professors teach alfresco. adjective outdoor. Fortunately, the weather was fine…

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