The Gambler Glossary

The Gambler Glossary

amiable

having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner

cavalcade

a formal procession of people walking, on horseback, or riding in vehicles

chateau

a large French country house or castle often giving its name to wine made in its neighborhood

compromise

bring into disrepute or danger by indiscreet, foolish, or reckless behavior

deign

do something that one considers to be beneath one's dignity

distraught

deeply upset and agitated

effrontery

insolent or impertinent behavior

feint

a deceptive or pretended blow, thrust, or other movement

guise

an external form, appearance, or manner of presentation, typically concealing the true nature of something

imbecility

foolishness

imperturbable

unable to be upset or excited, calm

invective

insulting, abusive, or highly critical language

memoir

a historical account or biography written from personal knowledge or special sources

mien

a person's look or manner, esp. one of a particular kind indicating their character or mood

patron

a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, cause, or activity

pompous

affectedly and irritatingly grand, solemn, or self-important

roulette

a gambling game

sacristan

a person in charge of a sacristy and its contents

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