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12664274598BombasticHigh sounding but with little meaning; inflated;grandiloquent.0
12664274599CapriciousImpulsive; unpredictable. Sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.1
12664274600Colloquialism (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
12664274601Apathylack of interest, enthusiasm or concern. No emotion3
12664274602DialectA variety of language confined to a region or group, manner or means of expressing oneself.4
12664274603CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.5
12664274604VoiceAn authors distinctive literary style, basic vision and general attitude toward the world. Revealed through the use of Syntax, Diction, Punctuation, Characterization, and Dialogue.6
12664274605AssertionA 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
12664274606Cogent(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.8
12664274607Coherent(of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent9
12664274608Cohesivecharacterized by or causing cohesion (act or state of being uniting, cohering, or sticking together).10
12664274609Didacticintended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.11
12664274610Discoursewritten or spoken communication or debate. (verb) speak or write authoritatively about a topic.12
12664274611Eloquencefluent or persuasive speaking or writing.13
12664274612Fluidable to flow easily.14
12664274613implicationthe conclusion that can be drawn from something, although it is not explicitly stated.15
12664274614lucidexpressed clearly; easy to understand16
12664274615rhetora teacher of rhetoric17
12664274616Arbitera person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter18
12664274617Biasedunfairly prejudiced for or against something or someone.19
12664274618Exculpateshow or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing20
12664274619Impartialtreating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just.21
12664274620Incontrovertiblenot able to be denied or disputed.22
12664274621Integritythe quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.23
12664274622Objectivitythe quality of being objective; justice; neutrality24
12664274623Plausible(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.25
12664274624Substantiatedprovide evidence to support or prove that truth of.26
12664274625vindicatedclear (something) of blame or suspicion.27
12664274626Contemptuousshowing contempt; scornful28
12664274627Despoticof, relating to, or characteristics of a despot (ruler with total power; usually unfair)29
12664274628Dictatorialof or typical of a ruler with total control30
12664274629Disdainthe feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.31
12664274630Haughtyarrogantly superior and disdainful.32
12664274631Imperiousassuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.33
12664274632Patronizingtreat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority.34
12664274633Listlesslacking energy or enthusiasm.35
12664274634Melancholya feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.36
12664274635Torpora state of physical or mental inactivity37
12664274636alliancea relationship based on an affinity in interests, nature, or qualities.38
12664274637disparitya great difference, imbalance.39
12664274638impingehave an affect or impact, especially a negative one. Influence.40
12664274639Paradoxa state or proposition that, despite reasoning, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, self-contradictory.41
12664274640allusionan expression to call something to mind without mentioning it exactly; an indirect or passing reference.42
12664274641parallelismthe act of being parallel or corresponding in some way.43
12664274642indolentwanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.44
12664274643insipid.lacking flavor, vigor or interest.45
12664274644lamenta passionate expression or grief or sorrow.46
12664274645Sanctiona threatening penalty for disobeying a law or rule47
12664274646servilehaving or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.48
12664274647suppressedforcibly to an end to.49
12664274648Embellishmake (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.50
12664274649floridhaving a red or flushed complexion51
12664274650opulentostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish52
12664274651ornatemade in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns.53
12664274652ostentatiouscharacterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.54
12664274653poignantevoking a keen sense or sadness or regret.55
12664274654Ebulliencethe quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.56
12664274655effusiveexpressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.57
12664274656egregiousoutstandingly bad; shocking.58
12664274657freneticfast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way.59
12664274658gratuitousuncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted60
12664274659flagrant(of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive61
12664274660superfluousunnecessary, especially through being more than enough.62
12664274661convolutedextremely complex and difficult to follow (especially or a story, sentence, or argument).63
12664274662cryptichaving a meaning that is mysterious or obscure64
12664274663Obscureuncertain; not discovered or know about.65
12664274664futileincapable of producing any useful result; pointless.66
12664274665impededelay or prevent by obstructing them; hinder.67
12664274666quandarya state of perplexity or uncertainty over what what to do in a difficult situation.68
12664274667alleviatemake (suffering or a problem) less severe.69
12664274668asylumthe 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
12664274669auspiciousconductive to success; favorable.71
12664274670benevolentwell meaning and kindly72
12664274671benigngentle, kindly.73
12664274672Mollifyappease the anger or anxiety of (someone)74
12664274673reclamationreclaiming; reformation, recovery. (or it can be land obtained from water)75
12664274674DubiousNot to be relied upon; suspect (hesitating or doubting)76
12664274675Fabricatedinvent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent77
12664274676Hypocrisythe practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform; pretense78
12664274677Slandermake false and damaging statements about (someone).79
12664274678spuriousnot being what it purports to be; false or fake80
12664274679Astutehaving or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage81
12664274680clandestineoperation is an intelligence or millitary operation carried out in such a way that the operation goes unnoticed by the general population82
12664274681disingenuousnot candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.83
12664274682rusean action intended to deceive someone; a trick84
12664274683stratagema plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end85
12664274684surreptitiouskept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.86
12664274685waryfeeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems87
12664274686wilyskilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.88
12664274687inconsequentialnot important or significant89
12664274688superficialexisting or occurring at or on the surface. (appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely).90
12664274689tenuousvery weak or slight >( small in degree).91
12664274690trivialof little value or importance92
12664274691coupa sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.93
12664274692Ambiguous(of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.94
12664274693ambivalenthaving mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.95
12664274694apatheticshowing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.96
12664274695Arbitrarybased on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.97
12664274696capriciousgiven to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior98
12664274697equivocateuse ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.99
12664274698indifferenthaving no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.100
12664274699whimsicalplayfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way101
12664274700assiduousshowing great care and perseverance102
12664274701compellingevoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way103
12664274702diligenthaving or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties104
12664274703doggedhaving or showing tenacity and grim persistence.105
12664274704enduresuffer (something painful or difficult) patiently106
12664274705intrepidfearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect)107
12664274706maverickan unorthodox or independent-minded person108
12664274707obduratestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action109
12664274708obstinatestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so110
12664274709proliferateincrease rapidly in numbers; multiply111
12664274710tenacitythe quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.112
12664274711vitalitythe state of being strong and active; energy113
12664274712assimilationthe process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group114
12664274713consensusgeneral agreement.115
12664274714contextthe set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation.116
12664274715derivedobtain something from (a specified source)117
12664274716incumbentnecessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.118
12664274717inevitablecertain to happen; unavoidable119
12664274718malleableeasily influenced; pliable120
12664274719subdueovercome, quieten, or bring under control (a feeling or person)121
12664274720Inoculatemedical : to give (a person or animal) a weakened form of a disease in order to prevent infection by the disease122
12664274721Lurid: 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
12664274722Putrefyingto be slowly destroyed by natural processes : to rot and become putrid124
12664274723Somnolent1 : of a kind likely to induce sleep 2 a : inclined to or heavy with sleep : drowsy125
12664274724Dourserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy126
12664274725Errantserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy127
12664274726Bewildered1 : to cause to lose one's bearings 2 : to perplex or confuse especially by a complexity, variety, or multitude of objects or considerations128
12664274727Astroturfed—used for an artificial surface that resembles grass129
12664274728GeriatricAn old person y130
12664274729Tromped1 : tramp 1 2 : to step hard : stamp 131
12664274730Connoisseur: a person who knows a lot about something (such as art, wine, food, etc.) : an expert in a particular subject132
12664274731Attestingto show, prove, or state that something is true or real133
12664274732Soporific: causing a person to become tired and ready to fall asleep134
12664274733indignant(adj.) filled with resentment or anger over something unjust, unworthy, or mean135
12664274734skirmisha minor fight or battle136
12664274735rasprough, grating tone137
12664274736swathingenveloping138
12664274737deposetopple from power139
12664274738deprecateto disapprove regretfully, to belittle, to express mild disapproval140
12664274739abaseto lower in rank, prestige, or esteem141
12664274740magnanimityhaving a lofty, generous, and courageous spirit142
12664274741tersebrief and to the point143
12664274742collateralA security pledged for the repayment of a loan.144
12664274743beguileto deceive, to mislead, to persuade with charm145
12664274744theologianone who studies religion146
12664274745discursiverambling, moving from one topic to another randomly147
12664274746grandeurimpressiveness; stateliness; majesty148
12664274747indicativedemonstrates149
12664274748apocryphalof questionable authority or authenticity150
12664274749extraneousnot essential; superfluous151
12664274750adept(adj.) thoroughly skilled; (n.) an expert152
12664274751sanguineoptimistic153
12664274752homileticdidactic, moralistic154
12664274753didacticintended to instruct155
12664274754lariatrope used to catch cattle and horses156
12664274755prolific(adj.) abundantly productive; abundant, profuse157
12664274756penuryextreme poverty158
12664274757venerablerespectable due to age159
12664274758punctilious(adj.) very careful and exact, attentive to fine points of etiquette or propriety160

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