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to combine
The great leader amalgamated many tribes into his own to make a single, powerful nation. |
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mentally ill; insane
Mary’s demented cat attacks anything that makes a noise, including the television |
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to sharpen
The butcher used a whetstone to hone his knives until they were razor sharp. |
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to besiege by encircling (as with an army); to harass
The mosquitoes will beleaguer you if you venture near the swamp.
syn: surround; annoy |
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to eat or swallow greedily
The beagle gorged itself after it chewed through the bag containing the dog food. |
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no longer used or useful; very old
The antiquated washboard hung on the wall, useful only as a decoration. |
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a narcotic used to cause sleep or bring relief from pain
The veterinarian used an opiate to sedate the wounded animal. |
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an exaggerated portrayal of one’s features
The caricature of the mayor in the political cartoon exaggerated the size of his ears. |
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to waste time; to dawdle
If you dally too long in making a decision, someone else will buy the car you want. |
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pertaining to or constituting a major crime
The inmate expected early release, despite the many felonious activities on his record. |
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