Virtuoso

Other word for connoisseur, with a small difference.

1. Exceptional performer: A musician who shows exceptional ability, technique, or artistry.

2. Talented person: Somebody who shows exceptional technique or ability in something.

3. Connoisseur: Somebody who is knowledgeable and cultivated in appreciating the fine arts.
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Respite


1. Brief interval of rest: A brief period of rest and recovery between periods of exertion or after something disagreeable.

2. Delay: A temporary delay.

3. Law reprieve: A temporary stay of execution of a criminal.



The woman was given some days of respite, she didn't have to work for some days after what happened.
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Asinine


Official:

1. Something utterly ridiculous or lacking sense.
2. Something relating to or resembling an ass.

Slang:

1. The act of being an asshole.
2. The act of being a retard.
3. The act of being stupid.
4. The act of being ignoramus.


Official:

1. That's an asinine plan.
2. That piece of "art" is asinine.

Slang:

That guy's asinine, in all meanings of the word.
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Manufacturer

A factory owner, somebody who produces goods.
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Ajar


Partially open, neither shut nor wide open.

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Papjamento


Form of Dutch spoken in Suriname, which is a former Dutch colony.


I speak Papjamento.
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Legislature


Body of lawmakers: an official body, usually chosen by election, with the power to make, change, and repeal laws.

She's been chosen in the legislature many times.
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