[ buh-nal ]

devoid of freshness or originality; hackneyed; trite

[ gos-uh-mer ]

of or like gossamer; extremely light, flimsy, or delicate

[ kohks ]

to manipulate to a desired end by adroit handling or persistent effort

[ trans-fig-yer ]

to change so as to glorify or exalt

[ loo-kruh-tiv ]

profitable; moneymaking; remunerative

[ bih-gahyl ]

charm or enchant (someone), sometimes in a deceptive way

[ gawk ]

to stare stupidly; gape

[ yoo-fuh-nee ]

agreeableness of sound; pleasing effect to the ear, especially a pleasant sounding or harmonious combination or succession of words

[ tawr-per ]

a state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy