intransitive verb to ooze out of, or as if out of, the pores of the skin, as perspiration.Perspiration exuded from every pore. See the full entry

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adjective not able to be understood, as spoken or written language.The toddler’s mother understands what he’s saying, but his speech is unintelligible to others. See the full entry

transitive verb to beautify, as with ornaments.She adorns herself with rings and bracelets.The house was adorned with flowers for the party. See the full entry

transitive verb to cause to move or act by giving incentive or inspiration.The likely possibility of flunking out of college finally motivated him to study.The stirring speech motivated many citizens to look…