perspicacity
the ability to notice and understand things quickly and clearly
Episode vocabulary
The Simpsons S6E21: English vocabulary
Season 6, Episode 21FamilyAnimationComedy
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horrify
to make someone feel very shocked, frightened, or disgusted
gangrenous
affected by gangrene
jigging
move with quick, jerky up-and-down movements
cannoned
to hit or move into something with sudden force
nub
a small lump or bump
standardize
to make different things use the same rules, methods, or level of quality
cloakroom
a room in a public place where you can leave coats and bags for a short time
insolvent
unable to pay debts
crested
having a crest or a raised tuft on the head or body
palmed
to hide something in your hand, especially secretly
relent
to become less angry, strict, or determined
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thermodynamics
the study of how heat and energy work
oscillation
the movement of something swinging back and forth
tuner
a device used to adjust a radio, TV, or musical instrument so it is in the right tune or setting
prying
too interested in other people's private matters
fume
a strong smell, especially smoke, gas, or vapor
shredding
the act of cutting or tearing something into small pieces
jig
a lively dance with quick, springy steps
inking
the process of drawing or outlining with ink
booby
a stupid or foolish person
slighting
showing disrespect or contempt
crowbar
a heavy metal bar used for forcing things open or moving heavy objects
leech
a bloodsucking worm, or a person who takes advantage of others