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Ataraxy (noun) (literary) at-ar-ak-see A state of serene calmness. Early 17th century: from French ataraxie,…

Equanimity (noun) ek-wa-nim-it-ee Calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation. Early 17th century (also…

Heuretic (adj) hoo-ret-ik Of or relating to discovery or invention. Late 17th century; earliest use…

Isomorphic (adj) ai-so-maw-fik Corresponding or similar in form and relations. (more…)

Procacity (noun) pro-ka-sit-ee Insolence or arrogance in attitude or tone; cheekiness; forwardness; an instance of…

Opprobriate (verb) op-row-bree-ayt To speak abusively or contemptuously of or to; to reproach; to vilify.…

Perpendicular (adj) pur-pen-dik-oo-lar At an angle of 90° to a given line, plane, or surface…

Fuddle (verb) fud-l Confuse or stupefy (someone), especially with alcohol. (archaic) Go on a drinking…