diurnal
Daily; of or during a day.
appurtenances
An accessory or other item associated with a particular activity or style of living.
veritable
Used for emphasis, often to qualify a metaphor.
crockery
Plates, dishes, cups, and other similar items, especially ones made of earthenware or china.
starched
Stiffen (fabric or clothing) with starch.
damask
A rich, heavy silk or linen fabric with a pattern woven into it, used for table linen and upholstery.
gingham
Lightweight plain-woven cotton cloth, typically checked in white and a bold color.
cambric
A lightweight, closely woven white linen or cotton fabric.
calico
Printed cotton fabric.
canary
A finch with a melodious song, typically having yellowish-green plumage. One kind is popular as a caged bird and has been bred in a variety of colors, especially bright yellow.
cordiality
The quality of being warm and friendly.
erect
Rigidly upright or straight.
assented
Expressed approval or agreement.
deprecating
Expressing disapproval; disapproving.
spools
A cylindrical device on which film, magnetic tape, thread, or other flexible materials can be wound; a reel.
constrained
Appearing forced or overly controlled.
perforce
Used to express necessity or inevitability.
feeble
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.
singular
Unique
competency
An income large enough to live on; the ability to do something successfully or efficiently.
buoyed
Make (someone) cheerful and confident.
apprised
Inform or tell (someone).
docility
The quality of being ready to accept control or instruction; submissiveness.
consternation
A feeling of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected.
guises
External forms, appearances, or manners of presentation, typically concealing the true nature of something.
loathe
Feel intense dislike or disgust for.
subsidence
The gradual caving in or sinking of an area of land.
redolent
Fragrant or sweet-smelling.
