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Halcyon
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Denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful.
(also a type of kingfisher bird, it's blue, think calm and peaceful) THIS WORD IS USED IN RANGO!! "Those were halcyon days" |
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Acerbic
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1. Sharp and forthright (as pertaining to a person)
2. Tasting sour or bitter (think ascorbic acid, used in many types of food) (yes, lemons are acidic. they are also sour. and yes, that is a pirate in a boat with that lemon. a LEGO pirate in a boat with a lemon) USED IN HUNGE GAMES BOOK 3!! "Finally, the intercom crackles and Haymitch's acerbic laugh fills the studio." |
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Capricious
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Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.
(think capricorn, the astrological sign. in mythology, mermaids are known to be free and wild, much like the ocean is always unpredictable, similar to the capricorns) THIS WORD IS USED IN THE SCARLET LETTER!! in reference to pearl |
