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.

bilious

Affected by or associated with nausea or vomiting.

beano

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

acedia

Spiritual or mental sloth; apathy.

alacrity

Brisk and cheerful readiness.

august

Respected and impressive.

blight

A thing that spoils or damages something.

cadge

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

bibulous

Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.

bosky

Covered by trees or bushes; wooded.

apotheosis

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

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.

avuncular

Kind and friendly toward a younger or less experienced person.

brouhaha

A noisy and overexcited reaction or response to something.

apoplectic

Overcome with anger; extremely indignant.

bugbear

A cause of obsessive fear, irritation, or loathing.

appetency

A strong desire or inclination.

bloviate

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

athanasia

Immortality.

anterior

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

arcadian

Idyllically innocent, simple, or untroubled.

agog

Very eager or curious to hear or see something.

bellicose

Demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight.