The Wrong End of the Telescope Glossary

By Monica Barry · Edited by Jessica Fonvergne · Last reviewed February 11, 2023

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Written by Monica Barry

Wizened

Shrunken, creased

Taciturn

Silent, reserved

Mendacious

Lying, dishonest

Emoted

Portray an emotion

Spurious

Fake, false

Harrowing

Distressing

Devious

Unethical, dishonest

Veracity

Truthfulness, accuracy

Delegation

Deputation

Pertinacious

Insistent, dogged

Impervious

Waterproof , sealed

Obfuscate

Blue, confuse

Upbraid

Scold, reproach

Winsome

Charming, appealing

Cavorted

Skipped, bounced

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