Adj's Use Of The Labyrinth In Speech

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21. labyrinthine of, relating to, or resembling a labyrinth(such as the labyrinth in Crete)
Adj.
complicated; tortuous
The labyrinthine task was so complicated the creator took 3 years to solve it.

22.

laconic

Relating to the spartans for their terse speech

Adj.

expressing much in few words; concise

The man gave a laconic reply to my question; even though it was a difficult question he answered it in a sentence.
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lethargic
Forgetful with no concern
Referring to the river of forgetfulness in Hades
Adj.
sluggish and apathetic
The lethargic cat did not move all day until his dinner appeared.
24.
Lucullan Relating to a roman general and epicure
Adj
extremely luxurious
The lucullan estate spent millions of dollars in maintenance each year.
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martial
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narcissism
Pertaining to Narciss and his self interest
Noun
excessive or erotic interest in oneself and one's physical appearance
The narcissism shown by the young woman made everyone dislike her since she thought no one could compare to her.
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nemesis
To give what is due
Noun
something that a person cannot conquer, achieve, etc
Humanities true nemesis is itself and time.
30.
paean hymn of benediction to Apollo
Noun
any song of praise, joy, or triumph
When you go to church you sing paeans to god.
31.
panacea
An all healing remedy
Noun
a remedy for all disease or ills; cure-all
What humanity needs to strive for in a panacea to cure cancer and other ills.
32.
pandemonium
The palace of Hades where all the demons reside
Noun
wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar
Children cause pandemonium in stories because they run all over the place.

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plutocracy

Relating to Pluto the god of wealth

Noun

A government or societal system run by the wealthy

Most president need financial backing therefore insuring the plutocracy in the democratic government.
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protean
Relating to the sea god proteus who shape shifts when caught until he has given up
Adj.
Prone to change