autobiographer
a person who writes an autobiography
Episode vocabulary
Columbo S7E5: English vocabulary
Season 7, Episode 5CrimeDramaMystery
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addle
to make someone unable to think clearly
selfsame
the very same; exactly the same
doggerel
bad or silly verse, often with a sing-song rhythm
sainted
described as holy or saintly, especially in a respectful or affectionate way
extemporaneous
spoken or done without preparation
blarney
talk that is meant to charm, flatter, or persuade someone
sorrowed
feeling or showing deep sadness, especially after a death or loss
slumming
to live or travel in much poorer or rougher conditions than you are used to
furtive
trying not to be seen or noticed, often because of guilt or secrecy
indelicate
not careful, polite, or tactful
convivial
friendly, lively, and pleasant to be with
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diddle
to cheat someone out of money or something valuable
contrive
to manage to do something, especially with difficulty or cleverness
caw
the harsh cry of a crow
sweepings
bits of dirt, dust, and other small waste collected when you sweep a floor
inoffensive
not likely to offend or upset people; harmless
inscribe
to write or carve words, letters, or a message on something
smasher
a person or thing that smashes something
dynamiting
the act of blowing something up with dynamite
raconteur
a person who tells stories or anecdotes skillfully and entertainingly
bloodletting
the removal of some blood from a person, especially as an old medical treatment
pocketbook
a woman's handbag or purse
blare
to make a loud, harsh sound, or to make something do that