Having a rhythmic flow of a sequence of sounds or words.

Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects.

Deserving contempt; despicable.

A thing of little value or importance.

A military operation in which enemy forces surround a town or building, cutting off essential supplies.

Cruel and oppressive government or rule.

Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection.

The process of making something, especially a gas, liquid.

A coil or twist, especially one of many.