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term

definition

gilded

based on pretense; deceptively pleasing

concoct

to prepare or invent

indignation

a feeling of righteous anger

patent

an official licence from the government giving one person or business the right to make and sell a particular article and to prevent others from doing the same

inextricable

Difficult or impossible to disentangle or untie

discreet

wise, cautious and not saying anything which might cause trouble

surreptitious

marked by quiet and caution and secrecy

alacrity

Cheerful willingness; eagerness

manifest

Clearly apparent to the sight or understanding; obvious

grandiose

impressive to an excessive or foolish degree

meager

deficient in amount or quality or extent

envious

painfully desirous of another's advantages