parsimony
[noun]
avoiding excess or waste in expenditure or consumption, and only using what is necessary
to explicate
[Verb]
to explain or interpret something in a clear and detailed manner, often uncovering deeper meanings
carping
[noun]
the act of consistently and overly criticizing, specifically focusing on minor or unimportant matters
lithesome
[Adjective]
graceful and physically flexible that allows for ease and fluidity of movement
Ex: She envied her friendlithesome figure able to perform yoga poses with seeming ease .
epitaph
[noun]
a short verse or poem on a tombstone, serving to commemorate or convey a message to visitors of the grave
epithet
[noun]
an abusive word or insulting nickname that is used instead of someone's name or title
Ex: He faced epithets from sports fans angered by his dominant performances .
amateur
[Adjective]
(of objects or works) lacking the precision or quality one would expect from a paid professional
Ex: The charity auction 's craft items were amateur creations but helped raise funds all the same .
amatory
[Adjective]
relating to or involving love or romance
Ex: Critics disagreed on whether the novelamatory scenes added to the story or were merely titillating diversions .

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