[ im-pyoot ]

to attribute or ascribe

[ tree-tis ]

a formal and systematic exposition in writing of the principles of a subject, generally longer and more detailed than an essay

[ op-yuh-luhnt ]

ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish

[ dahy-kot-uh-mee ]

a division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different

[ kon-dwit ]

a pipe, tube, or the like, for conveying water or other fluid

[ door ]

relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance

[ ob-uh-luhs ]

a mark (− or ÷) used in ancient manuscripts to point out spurious, corrupt, doubtful, or superfluous words or passages

[ jok-yuh-ler ]

given to, characterized by, intended for, or suited to joking or jesting; waggish; facetious

[ ab-skond ]

to depart in a sudden and secret manner, especially to avoid capture and legal prosecution