adjective jovial or inclined to joke; merry.Your father was in a surprisingly jocular mood last night! See the full entry
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consort
noun a wife or husband, esp. of a royal personage.Prince Philip was the consort of Queen Elizabeth II. intransitive verb to keep company; associate (often fol. by “with”).He’s been consorting with some…
magnitude
noun size, extent, or dimension.The magnitude of a galaxy is difficult to fathom. importance, seriousness, or greatness.The first moon landing was an event of great magnitude.The magnitude of the problem was clear…
bicker
intransitive verb to engage in a petty quarrel; squabble.It’s not at all unusual for couples to bicker about money. See the full entry
abolition
noun the act of abolishing or state of being abolished.In his speeches, he called for the abolition of slavery. See the full entry