| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Euphemism | an inoffensive expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive |
| Innuendo | in indirect remark, gesture, or reference, usually implying something derogatory |
| Sarcasm | a mode of language intended to be bitter, cut, or cause pain |
| Paradox | a situation or statement that seems to be impossible or contradicting, but is nevertheless true, either literally or figuratively |
| Oxymoron | An expression combining words that contradict each other |
| Contrite | feeling regret for a fault or offence |
| Sublime | lofty, noble |
| Soliloquy | A (usually long) dramatic speech intended to give the illusion of unspoken reflections |
| Yawl | A sailing vessel with two masts |
| Pallet | A mattress filled with straw or a pad made of quilts |
| Pone | Cornbread often made without milk or eggs and baked or fried (Southern) |
| Mesmerism | The act of inducing hypnosis |
| Frock | A one-piece garment for a woman |
| Passel | A large number |
| Rapscallion | A deceitful and unreliable scoundrel |
| Flapdoodle | Gross flattery; nonsense |
| Dismal | Depressing in character or appearance |
| Temperance | The practice of not drinking alcohol because of your moral or religious beliefs |
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