[ veen-l ]

willing to sell one's influence, especially in return for a bribe; open to bribery; mercenary

[ ahr-kay-dee-uhn ]

relating to a real or imaginary place offering peace and simplicity

[ uh-vuhng-kyuh-ler ]

of or relating to an uncle

[ vin-yet ]

an engraving, drawing, photograph, or the like that is shaded off gradually at the edges so as to leave no definite line at the border

[ aw-steer ]

(of living conditions or a way of life) having no comforts or luxuries; harsh or ascetic

[ ri-puhg-nuhnt ]

in conflict with; incompatible with

[ in-vey ]

to protest or complain bitterly or vehemently

[ guhs-toh ]

hearty or keen enjoyment, as in eating or drinking, or in action or speech in general