[ fawr-wuhn-der ]

to astonish; fill with wonder or amazement

[ uh-lem-bik ]

anything that transforms, purifies, or refines

[ pur-tn-uhnt ]

pertaining or relating directly and significantly to the matter at hand; relevant

[ suh-puhl-kruhl ]

gloomy; dismal

[ med-l ]

to involve oneself in a matter without right or invitation; interfere officiously and unwantedly

[ tee-toht-ler ]

a person who refrains from alcoholic drink

[ brak-ish ]

having a slightly salty or briny flavor

[ sahr-kof-uh-guhs ]

a stone coffin, typically adorned with a sculpture or inscription and associated with the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Rome, and Greece

[ deft ]

dexterous; nimble; skillful; clever