Saturday, July 31, 2010

parsimony

parsimony
thrift, frugality or penny-pinching

Friday, July 30, 2010

tryst

tryst
a special meeting of two lovers

Thursday, July 29, 2010

supernumerary

supernumerary
an extra in an opera or play

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

filigree

filigree
delicate ornamental craftsmanship

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

pogrom

pogrom
a violent riot directed against a targeted group

Monday, July 26, 2010

pergola

pergola
an open air walkway or corridor consisting of a natural lattice canopy accentuated with floral growth and supported by pillars of wood or stone

Sunday, July 25, 2010

scruples

scruples
moral or ethical consideration