a playful or funny act

Ex: The antics of the clown made the crowd roar with laughter.

(noun)-clothes, especially fine and expensive clothes

Ex: One often needs special attire to be in a wedding party.

(verb)-to dress up or be dressed up

Ex: The designer attired the models in shirts and trousers for the fashion show.

to please greatly; to win over by special charm

Ex:The cast's superb acting captivated the audience.

quick and sure; skillful at handling

Ex: A deft juggler can keep five or more objects in the air at one time.

working with great care and effort

Ex: Diligent students usually attain high marks.

(noun)-the total or partial hiding of one heavenly body by another

Ex: An eclipse of the sun occurs when the moon passes directly in front of it

(verb)-to do or be better than; to outshine

Ex: Her latest novel eclipses

all of her previous work.

evolve (verb)

evolution (noun)

evolve (verb)-to develop or change gradually over time

Ex: Some scientists think that modern birds may have evolved from dinosaurs.

evolution (noun)-the changes that take place as something evolves

Ex: The evolution of aircraft from the Wright brothers' flimsy plane to the modern jet airplanes occurred over an incredibly short time.

having from birth; occuring naturally rather than being learned

Ex: Mozart's innate musical ability showed itself at a very early age.

inscribe (verb)

inscription (noun)

inscribe (verb)- to write, print, or etch into as a permanent record

Ex: Most of the gravestones were simply inscribed with the person's name, date of birth, and date of death.

inscription (noun)- the act of inscribing or what is inscribed

Ex: Coins of the United States bear the inscription "E Pluribus Unum."

(noun)- the way one holds one's body; a pose or position

Ex: You can improve your posture by throwing your shoulders back.

(verb)- to assume a particular position, especially a pretended one

Ex: They postured as my supporters while secretly campaigning against me.

(noun)-

1. something that covers or hides from view

Ex: A shroud of mystery surrounds the couple's disappearance.

2. cloth used to wrap a dead body before burial

Ex: It used to be the custom to make a shroud from a long linen sheet dipped in melted wax.

(verb)- to block from sight

Ex: Dense fog on the river shrouded the tug boats.

1. to cut off the air from; to smother

Ex: Thick smoke stifled those who remained in the burning building.

2. to hold back; to check

Ex: The spectators tried to stifle their yawns during the lengthy ceremony.

- not fully worked out or final; hesitating or uncertain

Ex: The deadline is tentative and may be extended.

tranquil (adjective)

tranquility (noun)

tranquil (adjective)- calm; peaceful

Ex: The sea was tranquil with no hint of the approaching storm.

tranquility (noun)- the state of being tranquil

Ex: Many authors prefer writing during the tranquility of early morning before anyone else is up.

versatile (adjective)

versatility (noun)

versatility (adjective)- able to do many different things or to be used in many different ways

Ex: She is a versatile musician who can play eight instruments.

versatility (noun)- the state or condition of being versatile

Ex: The tomato's versatility and distinct flavor make it a favorite of many cooks.