blight

A thing that spoils or damages something.

apoplectic

Overcome with anger; extremely indignant.

brontide

A sound like distant thunder, thought to be caused by seismic activity.

antediluvian

Ridiculously old-fashioned.

athanasia

Immortality.

bugbear

A cause of obsessive fear, irritation, or loathing.

arcadian

Idyllically innocent, simple, or untroubled.

anterior

Nearer the front, especially situated in the front of the body or nearer to the head.

appetency

A strong desire or inclination.

bosky

Covered by trees or bushes; wooded.

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.

buoyant

Able to stay afloat or rise to the top of a liquid or gas; cheerful and optimistic.

brouhaha

A noisy and overexcited reaction or response to something.

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.

avuncular

Kind and friendly toward a younger or less experienced person.

beano

A social gathering with games and entertainment, often involving bingo.

bellicose

Demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight.

alacrity

Brisk and cheerful readiness.

acedia

Spiritual or mental sloth; apathy.

agog

Very eager or curious to hear or see something.

bibulous

Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.

bloviate

To talk at length, especially in an inflated or empty way.

cadge

Ask for or obtain (something to which one is not strictly entitled).