[ uh-skrahyb ]

to attribute or think of as belonging, as a quality or characteristic

[ par-uh-si-lee-nee ]

Meteorology—a bright moonlike spot on a lunar halo; a mock moon

[ puhngk-til-ee-uhs ]

extremely attentive to punctilios; strict or exact in the observance of the formalities or amenities of conduct or actions; showing great attention to detail or correct behavior

[ lar- jes ]

the generous bestowal of gifts, favors, or money

[ mam-uh-niz-uhm ]

the greedy pursuit of riches

[ sur-kuhm-loh-kyoo-shuhn ]

the use of many words where fewer would do, especially in a deliberate attempt to be vague or evasive

[ hand-tuh-mouth ]

satisfying only one's immediate needs, because of lack of money with which to make provision for the future

[ gawr-muhn-dahyz ]

to eat greedily or ravenously

[ dahy-af-uh-nuhs ]

very sheer and light; almost completely transparent or translucent