blight
A thing that spoils or damages something.
brouhaha
A noisy and overexcited reaction or response to something.
brontide
A sound like distant thunder, thought to be caused by seismic activity.
arcadian
Idyllically innocent, simple, or untroubled.
bugbear
A cause of obsessive fear, irritation, or loathing.
beano
A social gathering with games and entertainment, often involving bingo.
appetency
A strong desire or inclination.
cadge
Ask for or obtain (something to which one is not strictly entitled).
avuncular
Kind and friendly toward a younger or less experienced person.
bowdlerize
Remove material that is considered improper or offensive from (a text or account), especially with the result that it becomes weaker or less effective.
antediluvian
Ridiculously old-fashioned.
anterior
Nearer the front, especially situated in the front of the body or nearer to the head.
bosky
Covered by trees or bushes; wooded.
buoyant
Able to stay afloat or rise to the top of a liquid or gas; cheerful and optimistic.
bibulous
Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.
athanasia
Immortality.
bloviate
To talk at length, especially in an inflated or empty way.
apoplectic
Overcome with anger; extremely indignant.
august
Respected and impressive.
bilious
Affected by or associated with nausea or vomiting.
apotheosis
The highest point in the development of something; culmination or climax.
acedia
Spiritual or mental sloth; apathy.
agog
Very eager or curious to hear or see something.
bellicose
Demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight.
alacrity
Brisk and cheerful readiness.