A-Z-44 — Words

To give a smothered or half-suppressed laugh

To investigate secretly in an attempt to find out something, especially about someone's private affairs

To settle or move into a warm, comfortable position

To expel large quantities of something rapidly and forcibly

When a sticky liquid splashes and scatters.

To spend money freely or extravagantly

A habitual drunkard

A large number of similar things or events appearing or occurring in quick succession

A daub, blot, or smear of something, typically a liquid

Rebuff, ignore, or spurn disdainfully

Cry noisily, making loud, convulsive gasps

Curt or sharp, especially in a condescending way

Tending to cry or complain a lot in a way that annoys people

Showing disapproval or contempt toward others, especially those considered to belong to a lower social class

Wet and soft

Smart in appearance; fashionable

Magnificent; very impressive

A small piece or brief extract

A skilled military shooter detailed to spot and pick off enemy soldiers from a concealed place

Magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur

Comfortable, warm, and cozy; well protected from the weather or cold

A sudden involuntary muscular contraction or convulsive movement, that is sometimes painful

A person with an exaggerated respect for high social position or wealth who seeks to associate with social superiors and dislikes people or activities regarded as lower-class

A bad-tempered or habitually sullen person

Oppressively solemn or sober in mood; grave

To shine brightly with flashes of light

Beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way

Have a short, light sleep

Thinly dispersed or scattered

Cause (liquid) to strike or fall on something in irregular drops

Extremely wet

Dirty and unpleasant.

To make something very wet

To hold one's complete attention, as if in a spell

Someone who spends a lot of money in a way that wastes it

An act of showing disdain or a lack of cordiality by rebuffing or ignoring someone or something

An act or sound of sobbing

A short, light sleep, especially during the day

A sound made by something striking or falling into liquid

Serious and thoughtful in mood or behavior, not playful or exaggerated; or not under the influence of alcohol or drugs; clear-minded.

Serving as a reminder of harsh reality, often reducing excitement or joy.

To bring peace or relief, emotionally or physically.

Complex or intricate, often in a clever or subtle way.

A feeling of deep sadness or grief, especially caused by loss or disappointment.

A tiny flash of light or fire, often caused by friction or electricity.

A tiny spot, mark, or stain, often barely visible to the naked eye.

A wide range or variety of related ideas, qualities, or activities; or a range of colors seen in a rainbow or produced when light is split by a prism.

Having a strong, hot flavor from spices like chili or pepper.

To turn around quickly on a central point or axis.

Intentionally unkind or mean, especially out of resentment or jealousy.

A small, sharp piece of material (like wood, glass, or metal) broken off from a larger object.

To fragment or shatter, losing unity or cohesion.

Having plenty of room; large, wide, roomy.

Unable to speak or express oneself, typically due to strong emotions such as surprise, shock, or awe.

To feel or express great happiness or excitement; to be uplifted emotionally; or to fly or rise high in the air.

Someone who refuses to participate in enjoyable activities, often dampening the mood of others.

To breathe in a very noisy way through the nose and mouth while sleeping.

The state or situation of being isolated and alone.

Very serious and formal in manner and expression.

To form a theory about a subject without firm evidence.