| A | B |
|---|
| archaic | referring to language that is now rarely used |
| argot | a secret language |
| connotation | mental associations suggested by a word |
| denotation | the exact meaning of a word |
| idiom | an expression that has a meaning other than the literal meaning of the words |
| jargon | specialized technical language |
| semantics | the study of the changes in word meanings |
| slang | highly informal language |
| standard | conforming to established usage in speech or writing |
| vernacular | everyday spoken language of a region |
| boycott | to participate in an organized group refusal |
| galvanize | to stir to action |
| jovial | full of fun and good cheer |
| macadam | paving material made of layers of small stones |
| maverick | an independent minded person |
| mentor | a wise adviser or trusted counselor |
| nemesis | just punishment for wrongdoing |
| odyssey | an adventurous, wandering journey, quest |
| quixotic | full of impractical ideas |
| tantalize | to temp but deny sastisfaction |
| bland | mild, soothing |
| culinary | pertaining to cooking and the kitchen |
| delectable | greatly pleasing to the taste |
| devour | to eat up greedily |
| edilbe | suitable for eating |
| epicure | a person with refined taste in food and drink |
| morsel | a bite or small amout of food |
| pungent | sharp, strong |
| quaff | drink heartily |
| ravenous | extrememly hungry |
