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ELYSIUM

the abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology

The meaning of the word elysium is the abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology.

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analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
shuntto turn off to one side : shift
laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
internecineof, relating to, or involving conflict within a group
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony