a clamorous and vigorous attempt to win customers or advance any cause; blatant advertising or publicity

to give notice to; inform; advise (often followed by 'of')

confused, incoherent, foolish, or meaningless talk

of, characteristic of, or resembling a serpent, as in form or movement

pleasing in appearance; attractive; fair

to urge, advise, or caution earnestly; admonish urgently

characterized by great generosity

overflowing with fervor, enthusiasm, or excitement; high-spirited

a sound formed by the combination of two vowels in a single syllable, in which the sound begins as one vowel and moves toward another (as in coin, loud, and side)

remain in existence throughout a substantial period of time; endure

theatrical entertainment consisting of a number of individual performances, acts, or mixed numbers, as by comedians, singers, dancers, acrobats, and magicians

a quick, clever reply to an insult or criticism

condescending; haughty

domineering in a haughty manner; dictatorial; overbearing

a popular card game played by two, three, or four persons, with a 48-card deck

the state of being dull; lethargy