hubbub
a loud, confused noise made by many people talking at once
Episode vocabulary
Modern Family S9E5: English vocabulary
Season 9, Episode 5Comedy
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varnishing
the act of putting varnish on a surface
objectify
to treat a person as if they were only a body or a thing, not a full human being
clingy
wanting too much attention or closeness from other people
thumper
a person or thing that thumps.
dais
a low platform used for a speaker, honored guests, or a throne
riser
the upright part of a step between two treads
energize
to make someone feel more energetic or enthusiastic
afoot
already happening or about to happen
lashing
a rope or cord used for tying or fastening things
ahoy
used to call out to someone or to get attention, especially in a playful pirate style
welcomer
a person whose job or role is to welcome and help guests or newcomers
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magnify
to make something look larger, especially with a lens or microscope
strapping
tall, strong, and healthy-looking
whiplash
a neck injury caused by a sudden jerking of the head, often in a car accident
asphyxiation
the condition of not getting enough oxygen, which can cause unconsciousness or death
gleam
a small, soft light or shine
bookshelf
a shelf or piece of furniture for keeping books on
caroling
singing Christmas carols, often while going from house to house
fume
a strong smell, especially smoke, gas, or vapor
synchronize
to make things happen at the same time or in the same way
snooze
to sleep lightly for a short time
pitying
showing pity in a way that can seem a little superior
varnish
a clear liquid used to give wood a hard, shiny finish