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13812259268BombasticHigh sounding but with little meaning; inflated;grandiloquent.0
13812259269CapriciousImpulsive; unpredictable. Sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.1
13812259270Colloquialism (Colloquial)a word or phrase that is not formal or literary. It is still used in literature to provide a sense of actual conversation and the use of pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary of everyday speech.2
13812259271Apathylack of interest, enthusiasm or concern. No emotion3
13812259272DialectA variety of language confined to a region or group, manner or means of expressing oneself.4
13812259273CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.5
13812259274VoiceAn authors distinctive literary style, basic vision and general attitude toward the world. Revealed through the use of Syntax, Diction, Punctuation, Characterization, and Dialogue.6
13812259275AssertionA confident and forceful statement of fact or belief. A declaration that's made em pathetically in an argument as it to be understood as a statement of fact.7
13812259276Cogent(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.8
13812259277Coherent(of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent9
13812259278Cohesivecharacterized by or causing cohesion (act or state of being uniting, cohering, or sticking together).10
13812259279Didacticintended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.11
13812259280Discoursewritten or spoken communication or debate. (verb) speak or write authoritatively about a topic.12
13812259281Eloquencefluent or persuasive speaking or writing.13
13812259282Fluidable to flow easily.14
13812259283implicationthe conclusion that can be drawn from something, although it is not explicitly stated.15
13812259284lucidexpressed clearly; easy to understand16
13812259285rhetora teacher of rhetoric17
13812259286Arbitera person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter18
13812259287Biasedunfairly prejudiced for or against something or someone.19
13812259288Exculpateshow or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing20
13812259289Impartialtreating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just.21
13812259290Incontrovertiblenot able to be denied or disputed.22
13812259291Integritythe quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.23
13812259292Objectivitythe quality of being objective; justice; neutrality24
13812259293Plausible(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.25
13812259294Substantiatedprovide evidence to support or prove that truth of.26
13812259295vindicatedclear (something) of blame or suspicion.27
13812259296Contemptuousshowing contempt; scornful28
13812259297Despoticof, relating to, or characteristics of a despot (ruler with total power; usually unfair)29
13812259298Dictatorialof or typical of a ruler with total control30
13812259299Disdainthe feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.31
13812259300Haughtyarrogantly superior and disdainful.32
13812259301Imperiousassuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.33
13812259302Patronizingtreat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority.34
13812259303Listlesslacking energy or enthusiasm.35
13812259304Melancholya feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.36
13812259305Torpora state of physical or mental inactivity37
13812259306alliancea relationship based on an affinity in interests, nature, or qualities.38
13812259307disparitya great difference, imbalance.39
13812259308impingehave an affect or impact, especially a negative one. Influence.40
13812259309Paradoxa state or proposition that, despite reasoning, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, self-contradictory.41
13812259310allusionan expression to call something to mind without mentioning it exactly; an indirect or passing reference.42
13812259311parallelismthe act of being parallel or corresponding in some way.43
13812259312indolentwanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.44
13812259313insipid.lacking flavor, vigor or interest.45
13812259314lamenta passionate expression or grief or sorrow.46
13812259315Sanctiona threatening penalty for disobeying a law or rule47
13812259316servilehaving or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.48
13812259317suppressedforcibly to an end to.49
13812259318Embellishmake (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.50
13812259319floridhaving a red or flushed complexion51
13812259320opulentostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish52
13812259321ornatemade in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns.53
13812259322ostentatiouscharacterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.54
13812259323poignantevoking a keen sense or sadness or regret.55
13812259324Ebulliencethe quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.56
13812259325effusiveexpressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.57
13812259326egregiousoutstandingly bad; shocking.58
13812259327freneticfast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way.59
13812259328gratuitousuncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted60
13812259329flagrant(of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive61
13812259330superfluousunnecessary, especially through being more than enough.62
13812259331convolutedextremely complex and difficult to follow (especially or a story, sentence, or argument).63
13812259332cryptichaving a meaning that is mysterious or obscure64
13812259333Obscureuncertain; not discovered or know about.65
13812259334futileincapable of producing any useful result; pointless.66
13812259335impededelay or prevent by obstructing them; hinder.67
13812259336quandarya state of perplexity or uncertainty over what what to do in a difficult situation.68
13812259337alleviatemake (suffering or a problem) less severe.69
13812259338asylumthe protection granted by a nation to someone who has left their native country as a political refugee. ( or it can be a mental hospital).70
13812259339auspiciousconductive to success; favorable.71
13812259340benevolentwell meaning and kindly72
13812259341benigngentle, kindly.73
13812259342Mollifyappease the anger or anxiety of (someone)74
13812259343reclamationreclaiming; reformation, recovery. (or it can be land obtained from water)75
13812259344DubiousNot to be relied upon; suspect (hesitating or doubting)76
13812259345Fabricatedinvent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent77
13812259346Hypocrisythe practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform; pretense78
13812259347Slandermake false and damaging statements about (someone).79
13812259348spuriousnot being what it purports to be; false or fake80
13812259349Astutehaving or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage81
13812259350clandestineoperation is an intelligence or millitary operation carried out in such a way that the operation goes unnoticed by the general population82
13812259351disingenuousnot candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.83
13812259352rusean action intended to deceive someone; a trick84
13812259353stratagema plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end85
13812259354surreptitiouskept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.86
13812259355waryfeeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems87
13812259356wilyskilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.88
13812259357inconsequentialnot important or significant89
13812259358superficialexisting or occurring at or on the surface. (appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely).90
13812259359tenuousvery weak or slight >( small in degree).91
13812259360trivialof little value or importance92
13812259361coupa sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.93
13812259362Ambiguous(of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.94
13812259363ambivalenthaving mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.95
13812259364apatheticshowing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.96
13812259365Arbitrarybased on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.97
13812259366capriciousgiven to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior98
13812259367equivocateuse ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.99
13812259368indifferenthaving no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.100
13812259369whimsicalplayfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way101
13812259370assiduousshowing great care and perseverance102
13812259371compellingevoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way103
13812259372diligenthaving or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties104
13812259373doggedhaving or showing tenacity and grim persistence.105
13812259374enduresuffer (something painful or difficult) patiently106
13812259375intrepidfearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect)107
13812259376maverickan unorthodox or independent-minded person108
13812259377obduratestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action109
13812259378obstinatestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so110
13812259379proliferateincrease rapidly in numbers; multiply111
13812259380tenacitythe quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.112
13812259381vitalitythe state of being strong and active; energy113
13812259382assimilationthe process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group114
13812259383consensusgeneral agreement.115
13812259384contextthe set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation.116
13812259385derivedobtain something from (a specified source)117
13812259386incumbentnecessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.118
13812259387inevitablecertain to happen; unavoidable119
13812259388malleableeasily influenced; pliable120
13812259389subdueovercome, quieten, or bring under control (a feeling or person)121
13812259390Inoculatemedical : to give (a person or animal) a weakened form of a disease in order to prevent infection by the disease122
13812259391Lurid: causing shock or disgust : involving sex or violence in a way that is meant to be shocking : shining or glowing with a bright and unpleasant color123
13812259392Putrefyingto be slowly destroyed by natural processes : to rot and become putrid124
13812259393Somnolent1 : of a kind likely to induce sleep 2 a : inclined to or heavy with sleep : drowsy125
13812259394Dourserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy126
13812259395Errantserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy127
13812259396Bewildered1 : to cause to lose one's bearings 2 : to perplex or confuse especially by a complexity, variety, or multitude of objects or considerations128
13812259397Astroturfed—used for an artificial surface that resembles grass129
13812259398GeriatricAn old person y130
13812259399Tromped1 : tramp 1 2 : to step hard : stamp 131
13812259400Connoisseur: a person who knows a lot about something (such as art, wine, food, etc.) : an expert in a particular subject132
13812259401Attestingto show, prove, or state that something is true or real133
13812259402Soporific: causing a person to become tired and ready to fall asleep134
13812259403indignant(adj.) filled with resentment or anger over something unjust, unworthy, or mean135
13812259404skirmisha minor fight or battle136
13812259405rasprough, grating tone137
13812259406swathingenveloping138
13812259407deposetopple from power139
13812259408deprecateto disapprove regretfully, to belittle, to express mild disapproval140
13812259409abaseto lower in rank, prestige, or esteem141
13812259410magnanimityhaving a lofty, generous, and courageous spirit142
13812259411tersebrief and to the point143
13812259412collateralA security pledged for the repayment of a loan.144
13812259413beguileto deceive, to mislead, to persuade with charm145
13812259414theologianone who studies religion146
13812259415discursiverambling, moving from one topic to another randomly147
13812259416grandeurimpressiveness; stateliness; majesty148
13812259417indicativedemonstrates149
13812259418apocryphalof questionable authority or authenticity150
13812259419extraneousnot essential; superfluous151
13812259420adept(adj.) thoroughly skilled; (n.) an expert152
13812259421sanguineoptimistic153
13812259422homileticdidactic, moralistic154
13812259423didacticintended to instruct155
13812259424lariatrope used to catch cattle and horses156
13812259425prolific(adj.) abundantly productive; abundant, profuse157
13812259426penuryextreme poverty158
13812259427venerablerespectable due to age159
13812259428punctilious(adj.) very careful and exact, attentive to fine points of etiquette or propriety160

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