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Definition: (verb) Cause to be confused emotionally. Synonyms: discombobulate, bewilder, throw. Usage: He finds it important not to bemuse readers with pompous language and is noted for his straightforward, uncomplicated writing style. Discuss

adjective: Relating to fortunate discoveries or happenings by chance.

Definition: (noun) The trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior. Synonyms: self-command, willpower, self-control, self-will. Usage: My life depended on my keeping my self-possession, and the desperate nature of the situation lent me a desperate courage. Discuss

Lucius Annaeus Seneca(ca. 4 v. Chr. – 65 n. Chr.), genannt Seneca der Jüngere; römischer Philosoph, Stoiker, Schriftsteller, Naturforscher und Politiker; Selbsttötung auf Geheiß seines ehem. Schülers Nero (Römischer Kaiser von 54 – 68)

verb tr.: To make complex, elaborate, or intricate.

Definition: (verb) Maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings). Synonyms: nurse, entertain, hold. Usage: I harbor a grudge for much longer than I should and am working on being more forgiving. Discuss

adjective: 1. Relating to Carthage. 2. Treacherous, faithless.

Definition: (verb) To consider (a person or thing) to be as specified. Synonyms: look upon, regard as, take to be, esteem, think of. Usage: He is reputed to be intelligent. Discuss

Aus Montenegro

noun: A vulnerability, especially in someone who seems otherwise unstoppable.

Definition: (adjective) Having a short and solid form or stature. Synonyms: stocky, thickset, compact. Usage: Although he was heavyset, he moved with surprising agility and speed and was a formidable opponent in the ring. Discuss

Otto von Bismarck(1815 – 1898), Otto Eduard Leopold von Bismarck-Schönhausen, ab 1865 Graf von Bismarck-Schönhausen, ab 1871 Fürst von Bismarck, ab 1890 auch Herzog zu Lauenburg, preußisch-deutscher Staatsmann und 1. Reichskanzler

noun: 1. A bargain in which the buyer is taken advantage of. 2. A marriage of convenience, especially for money.

Definition: (noun) A blemish on the skin that is formed before birth. Synonyms: nevus. Usage: They named their newborn daughter Daisy because she had a delicate little birthmark on her shoulder that resembled a flower. Discuss