pomp -
Ceremony and splendid display, especially at a public event
Queen Elizabeth is always surrounded by ceremonial pomp whenever she attends a public event.
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novice -
Someone who is beginning to learn a skill or subject
Because Mary was a novice programmer, she often asked her co-workers for help and advice.
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momentous -
Important because of the effect it has on the future
Neil Armstrong's first step on the moon was a momentous event because it gave people the feeling that nothing was beyond their reach.
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Gourmet -
Characterized by a sophisticated or refined approach, especially in terms of food or taste.
The restaurant’s gourmet dishes inluded a delcious meat dish and vegetables.
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Exciting
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agog -
Very eager or curious to hear or see something
The crowd of young girls were agog with excitement, as Justin Bieber was about to start his concert.
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Pleasure
adjective
luscious -
(of food or wine) having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste
The luscious chocolate cake on his tongue made Asa feel like he was in heaven.
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Big
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oodles -
A very great number or amount of something
When the FBI raided the gangster's hideout, they found oodles of cash that amounted to millions of dollars.
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Beautiful
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trinket -
A small decorative object, or a piece of jewelry that is cheap or of low quality:
Sara remembered how when she and Bill were 14 years old, he gave her a trinket for her birthday, and how she treasured it though it had no monetary value.
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Friendly
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flirt -
A person who habitually flirts
Saul was a natural flirt, always attracting the attention of girls.
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candor -
The quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness
Joe was a popular politician, because people appreciated his candor, the way he was up front and open about how he felt on all the issues.
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Ornament -
An object used to decorate or beautify, especially something small and decorative, something that adds grace, beauty, or distinction to a person or thing.
They ornamented the hall with flowers and lights for the wedding.
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charisma -
A special power that some people have to influence others
The politician had a certain charisma that attracted followers from far and wide.
