Spelling Bee v1

Samhain

Samhain is celebrated on October 31st.

crystalline

The crystalline structure of the mineral was fascinating.

sentient

The robot seemed almost sentient as it responded to commands.

technicalities

The debate ended due to technicalities in the rules.

crannies

Dust had settled in all the nooks and crannies.

incorporeal

Ghosts are often described as incorporeal beings.

Tlingit

The Tlingit people have a rich cultural heritage.

detainees

The detainees were released after the investigation.

delinquent

The library fined him for a delinquent book return.

grudgingly

She grudgingly accepted the apology.

smoldering

The campfire was smoldering long after the flames died.

karma

Many believe that karma eventually balances the scales.

Cyclops

The Cyclops was a mythical one-eyed giant.

translucent

The curtains were translucent, letting in soft light.

glabrous

The plant's glabrous leaves were smooth to the touch.

gondolas

Gondolas are a popular way to explore Venice.

pentameter

Shakespeare often wrote in iambic pentameter.

chlorofluorocarbon

Chlorofluorocarbon emissions damage the ozone layer.

impeccable

Her performance was absolutely impeccable.

inimitable

Her inimitable style makes her stand out.

euphoria

The team felt euphoria after winning the championship.

Euphrates

The Euphrates River flows through the Middle East.

artificial

The artificial flowers looked surprisingly real.

villainous

The villainous character plotted his revenge.

ruffian

The ruffian caused trouble wherever he went.

buccaneer

The buccaneer sailed the seas in search of treasure.

lubbers

Land lubbers often struggle to find their sea legs.

louis d’or

He paid for the antique with a louis d’or coin.

ambiguity

The lawyer's statement was full of ambiguity.

cache

The hikers discovered a cache of supplies.

Madagascar

Madagascar is famous for its unique wildlife.

catechism

The students studied the catechism in preparation for confirmation.

lieutenant

The lieutenant gave orders to the soldiers.

cavalier

His cavalier attitude offended the others.

circumspectly

She circumspectly approached the sensitive topic.

Chernobyl

The Chernobyl disaster is a reminder of nuclear risks.

algebraic

The algebraic equation was difficult to solve.

hydraulics

Hydraulics are used to lift heavy machinery.

klystron

A klystron is a type of vacuum tube used in radar.

fuselage

The plane's fuselage was damaged during the landing.

grosgrain

The dress was trimmed with grosgrain ribbon.

Byzantine

The Byzantine Empire lasted for over a thousand years.

objet d’art

The gallery featured an exquisite objet d’art.

séance

They held a séance to communicate with spirits.

reticule

She carried a small reticule to the party.

defibrillator

The defibrillator saved the patient's life.

rookery

The rookery was home to dozens of penguins.

vociferous

The vociferous crowd demanded justice.

Carmelite

The Carmelite order is known for its monastic tradition.

cascabel

The cascabel on the cat's collar jingled as it walked.

San Joaquin

The San Joaquin Valley is known for its agriculture.

cabeza

Cabeza means 'head' in Spanish.

imperator

The imperator led his army into battle.

physician

The physician treated the injured athlete.

symbolizes

The dove symbolizes peace.

camouflaged

The chameleon camouflaged itself in the foliage.

piñon

The piñon tree is native to the southwestern United States.

dysfunctional

The machine was dysfunctional and needed repairs.

creosote

The old wood smelled strongly of creosote.

gravelly

The speaker's gravelly voice carried through the room.

keening

The mourners' keening could be heard from afar.

probation

He was placed on probation for his actions.

aesthetic

The aesthetic appeal of the painting was undeniable.

suffocate

Without air, the fish would suffocate.

endowed

She was endowed with incredible talent.

violence

The movie contained scenes of violence.

immunization

Immunization prevents the spread of disease.

assizes

The court held its assizes in the historic hall.

stockade

The soldiers built a stockade for protection.

gallipot

The apothecary used a gallipot to store ointments.

Olympics

The Olympics bring nations together through sports.

miscreant

The miscreant was caught stealing from the shop.

Aquitaine

Eleanor of Aquitaine was a powerful medieval queen.

muttonchops

He grew muttonchops as a part of his costume.

charade

The argument was a charade to distract the audience.

relegated

He was relegated to a lower position after the mistake.

conspiratorial

They exchanged conspiratorial glances.

puppeteer

The puppeteer brought the marionette to life.

gullet

The food stuck in his gullet caused discomfort.

rancid

The butter had gone rancid after being left out.

consensus

The group reached a consensus on the proposal.

accommodations

The accommodations at the hotel were luxurious.

emblem

The emblem of the team was proudly displayed.

nostalgia

The old photographs filled her with a sense of nostalgia for her childhood.

tranquility

The garden provided a sense of tranquility amidst the chaos of city life.