to decrease gradually

to criticize harshly, usually with the

intention of correcting wrongdoing

reminiscent of or pertaining

to a pig; resembling a pig

to arouse to action

one that depresses or restrains; a

dulling or deadening influence

to dig up from a grave;

to bring to light, uncover

an extremely large number

various, multifarious, manifold, diverse, multitudinous, varied, multiple, divers

a way or method of doing something;

type, manner, fashion

rural or rustic in nature, country-like

to take the place of

displace, replace, supersede

to look very carefully; to examine

a beginner; a novice

to object, to make exception

having patches or blotches

of two or more colors

producing sound, especially

deep and rich, resonant

quick in discernment; shrewd, clever, keen

to make larger, louder, or more powerful

an incorrect or inappropriate name

going before; preceding; an occurrence or event preceding another

the most advantageous; the best

condition, degree, or amount