[ noh-et-ik ]

of or relating to the mind

[ tawr-per ]

a state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy

[ eg-kawrn ]

a word or phrase that is a seemingly logical alteration of another word or phrase that sounds similar and has been misheard or misinterpreted

[ pi-nuhl-tuh-mit ]

next to the last

[ dahy-kot-uh-mee ]

a division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different

[ fek-lis ]

lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible

[ bon-uh-mee ]

frank and simple good-heartedness; a good-natured manner; friendliness; geniality

[ on-uh-mat-uh-pee-uh ]

the formation of a word, as cuckoo, meow, honk, or boom, by imitation of a sound made by or associated with its referent; often used for rhetorical, dramatic, or poetic effect

[ ab-uh-rey-shuhn ]

a departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome