beano

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

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.

athanasia

Immortality.

bloviate

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

agog

Very eager or curious to hear or see something.

apotheosis

The highest point in the development of something; culmination or climax.

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.

brontide

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

cadge

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

apoplectic

Overcome with anger; extremely indignant.

bugbear

A cause of obsessive fear, irritation, or loathing.

august

Respected and impressive.

blight

A thing that spoils or damages something.

bellicose

Demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight.

avuncular

Kind and friendly toward a younger or less experienced person.

arcadian

Idyllically innocent, simple, or untroubled.

appetency

A strong desire or inclination.

anterior

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

antediluvian

Ridiculously old-fashioned.

brouhaha

A noisy and overexcited reaction or response to something.

bibulous

Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.

bilious

Affected by or associated with nausea or vomiting.

acedia

Spiritual or mental sloth; apathy.

alacrity

Brisk and cheerful readiness.