riposte

[ri-pohst]

noun

 A quick, sharp return in speech or action; counterstroke: a brilliant riposte to an insult…

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torpor

torpor [TAWR-per]

noun

Lacking in vitality or interest.

The first time we tried Special K we got locked into “K-holes,” and sat there in a state of torpor for twelve long minutes.

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exalt

[ig-ZOLT]

verb

To praise, glorify, or honor.

During the holidays my family and I pretend to exalt a few of the Greek gods, just to piss off the Christian assholes next door.

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popinjay

[POP-in-jay]

noun

A vain and talkative person.

I don’t care for Gossip Girl. Too many popinjays–all walkin’ around discussing total bullshit.

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busker

[BUS-kur]

noun

A person who entertains (as by playing music) in public places.

I miss the foul-smelling buskers that used to entertain me while waiting for the L train.

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hermitage

/ˈhɜrmɪtɪdʒ/

noun

1 the habitation of a hermit. 2 a secluded residence…

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flummox

[FLUM-uhks]

trans

verb. To confuse; to perplex.

I always leave my phone on during flights…

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