Tatters- torn pieces of something
His reputation is in tatters and his pension presumable is in jeopardy.
Vast- great extent or quantity
What a brilliant adaption of a vast range of subjects and periods.
Parlor- a room for the reception and entertainment
The parlor maid kept the drawing room and library in order.
Abruptly- sudden or unexpected
Ten minutes later, the rain stops abruptly as it begins.
Immense- huge, very great
But these queries really are trivial, compared to the immense significance of the book.
Imperceptibly- very slight, gradual
It all happens in a skiing slowly and almost imperceptibly.
Olfactory- of or pertaining to the sense of smell
In particular, the role if perfume as an olfactory disguise.
Refracted- reflected at different angles
On the wall of the folkish cave it retains a refracted light and life of its own.
Merely- just part
Some say the report merely conforms common sense.
Ventilator- air conditioner
It was so hot we had to use the ventilator in the car on our way to LA.
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