The House That Jack Built Glossary

by Lars von Trier

The House That Jack Built Glossary

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Asperity

Harshness or severity, especially of tone or manner.

Callow

Inexperienced and immature.

Obfuscate

To make something unclear or obscure.

Effulgent

Shining brightly; radiant.

Ameliorate

To improve or make better.

Cynosure

A person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration.

Ephemeral

Lasting for a very short time.

Inchoate

Just begun and not fully formed; rudimentary.

Trepidation

A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.

Conflagration

A large, destructive fire.

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