Downy
Soft, characteristic of a bird's feathers
Odorous
This word is derived from "odoriferous" which means emanates an odor.
Rend
Split or tear or separate
Bower
This word has three meanings. Firstly, it could be a thicket or opening surrounded by foliage. It could also refer to a quaint, country dwelling. Or finally, "bower" can mean a lady's dressing chamber in medieval times.
Balsalmic
This is a derivative of "balsam" which is a fragrance associated with trees of the Commiphora genus.
Ambuscade
As a noun, this word means an ambush. It can also be used as a verb, in which case "to ambuscade" means to wait in anticipation of a springing a trap.
Flout
"Flout" means to scorn or to hold something in contempt or with derision.
Cloistral
This refers to the characteristic of cloisters. A cloister is a type or courtyard or covered outdoor open space within a religious institution like a monastery or a convent.
Fervid
This term means hot with enthusiasm.
Contemning
To contemn something is to act out of contempt or scorn.
Mien
"Mien" is an air or atmosphere of a subject, demeanor.
Roseate
Rosy or optimistic
Damask
This refers to a patterned fabric of various types which is reversible.
Veriest
This term is the superlative of "very," meaning the most.
Votary
This term applies to a person who has taken a religious vow, like a monk or a nun, someone devoted to religion.
August
"August" is an adjective referring to something deserving admiration or something characterized by intense majesty and respect.
