antediluvian
Ridiculously old-fashioned.
beano
A social gathering with games and entertainment, often involving bingo.
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.
bugbear
A cause of obsessive fear, irritation, or loathing.
alacrity
Brisk and cheerful readiness.
acedia
Spiritual or mental sloth; apathy.
apotheosis
The highest point in the development of something; culmination or climax.
appetency
A strong desire or inclination.
anterior
Nearer the front, especially situated in the front of the body or nearer to the head.
apoplectic
Overcome with anger; extremely indignant.
bibulous
Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.
bilious
Affected by or associated with nausea or vomiting.
brouhaha
A noisy and overexcited reaction or response to something.
bellicose
Demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight.
bosky
Covered by trees or bushes; wooded.
arcadian
Idyllically innocent, simple, or untroubled.
avuncular
Kind and friendly toward a younger or less experienced person.
agog
Very eager or curious to hear or see something.
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.
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).
blight
A thing that spoils or damages something.
athanasia
Immortality.
august
Respected and impressive.