a false and malicious statement designed to injure the reputation of someone or something

unwilling to spend money or use resources

neither perpendicular nor parallel to a given line or surface; slanting; sloping

light, playful banter or raillery

a dull-witted, stupid, or ignorant person; dolt

one's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute

a mournful, melancholy, or plaintive poem, especially a funeral song or a lament for the dead

the erection of hairs on the skin due to cold, fear, or excitement

utterly detestable; abominable; abhorrent

a common saying or belief with little current meaning or truth

radiating or reflecting light; shining; bright

conforming or adhering to accepted standards, as of conduct or taste

existing or being everywhere, especially at the same time; omnipresent

to let pass without notice; disregard

a rogue or a scoundrel

fine arts; a sinuous, spiraling, undulating, or serpentine line or linear motif