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8155740822BombasticHigh sounding but with little meaning; inflated;grandiloquent.0
8155740823CapriciousImpulsive; unpredictable. Sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.1
8155740824Colloquialism (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
8155740825Apathylack of interest, enthusiasm or concern. No emotion3
8155740826DialectA variety of language confined to a region or group, manner or means of expressing oneself.4
8155740827CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.5
8155740828VoiceAn authors distinctive literary style, basic vision and general attitude toward the world. Revealed through the use of Syntax, Diction, Punctuation, Characterization, and Dialogue.6
8155740829AssertionA 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
8155740830Cogent(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.8
8155740831Coherent(of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent9
8155740832Cohesivecharacterized by or causing cohesion (act or state of being uniting, cohering, or sticking together).10
8155740833Didacticintended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.11
8155740834Discoursewritten or spoken communication or debate. (verb) speak or write authoritatively about a topic.12
8155740835Eloquencefluent or persuasive speaking or writing.13
8155740836Fluidable to flow easily.14
8155740837implicationthe conclusion that can be drawn from something, although it is not explicitly stated.15
8155740838lucidexpressed clearly; easy to understand16
8155740839rhetora teacher of rhetoric17
8155740840Arbitera person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter18
8155740841Biasedunfairly prejudiced for or against something or someone.19
8155740842Exculpateshow or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing20
8155740843Impartialtreating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just.21
8155740844Incontrovertiblenot able to be denied or disputed.22
8155740845Integritythe quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.23
8155740846Objectivitythe quality of being objective; justice; neutrality24
8155740847Plausible(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.25
8155740848Substantiatedprovide evidence to support or prove that truth of.26
8155740849vindicatedclear (something) of blame or suspicion.27
8155740850Contemptuousshowing contempt; scornful28
8155740851Despoticof, relating to, or characteristics of a despot (ruler with total power; usually unfair)29
8155740852Dictatorialof or typical of a ruler with total control30
8155740853Disdainthe feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.31
8155740854Haughtyarrogantly superior and disdainful.32
8155740855Imperiousassuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.33
8155740856Patronizingtreat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority.34
8155740857Listlesslacking energy or enthusiasm.35
8155740858Melancholya feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.36
8155740859Torpora state of physical or mental inactivity37
8155740860alliancea relationship based on an affinity in interests, nature, or qualities.38
8155740861disparitya great difference, imbalance.39
8155740862impingehave an affect or impact, especially a negative one. Influence.40
8155740863Paradoxa state or proposition that, despite reasoning, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, self-contradictory.41
8155740864allusionan expression to call something to mind without mentioning it exactly; an indirect or passing reference.42
8155740865parallelismthe act of being parallel or corresponding in some way.43
8155740866indolentwanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.44
8155740867insipid.lacking flavor, vigor or interest.45
8155740868lamenta passionate expression or grief or sorrow.46
8155740869Sanctiona threatening penalty for disobeying a law or rule47
8155740870servilehaving or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.48
8155740871suppressedforcibly to an end to.49
8155740872Embellishmake (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.50
8155740873floridhaving a red or flushed complexion51
8155740874opulentostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish52
8155740875ornatemade in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns.53
8155740876ostentatiouscharacterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.54
8155740877poignantevoking a keen sense or sadness or regret.55
8155740878Ebulliencethe quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.56
8155740879effusiveexpressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.57
8155740880egregiousoutstandingly bad; shocking.58
8155740881freneticfast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way.59
8155740882gratuitousuncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted60
8155740883flagrant(of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive61
8155740884superfluousunnecessary, especially through being more than enough.62
8155740885convolutedextremely complex and difficult to follow (especially or a story, sentence, or argument).63
8155740886cryptichaving a meaning that is mysterious or obscure64
8155740887Obscureuncertain; not discovered or know about.65
8155740888futileincapable of producing any useful result; pointless.66
8155740889impededelay or prevent by obstructing them; hinder.67
8155740890quandarya state of perplexity or uncertainty over what what to do in a difficult situation.68
8155740891alleviatemake (suffering or a problem) less severe.69
8155740892asylumthe 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
8155740893auspiciousconductive to success; favorable.71
8155740894benevolentwell meaning and kindly72
8155740895benigngentle, kindly.73
8155740896Mollifyappease the anger or anxiety of (someone)74
8155740897reclamationreclaiming; reformation, recovery. (or it can be land obtained from water)75
8155740898DubiousNot to be relied upon; suspect (hesitating or doubting)76
8155740899Fabricatedinvent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent77
8155740900Hypocrisythe practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform; pretense78
8155740901Slandermake false and damaging statements about (someone).79
8155740902spuriousnot being what it purports to be; false or fake80
8155740903Astutehaving or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage81
8155740904clandestineoperation is an intelligence or millitary operation carried out in such a way that the operation goes unnoticed by the general population82
8155740905disingenuousnot candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.83
8155740906rusean action intended to deceive someone; a trick84
8155740907stratagema plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end85
8155740908surreptitiouskept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.86
8155740909waryfeeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems87
8155740910wilyskilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.88
8155740911inconsequentialnot important or significant89
8155740912superficialexisting or occurring at or on the surface. (appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely).90
8155740913tenuousvery weak or slight >( small in degree).91
8155740914trivialof little value or importance92
8155740915coupa sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.93
8155740916Ambiguous(of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.94
8155740917ambivalenthaving mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.95
8155740918apatheticshowing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.96
8155740919Arbitrarybased on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.97
8155740920capriciousgiven to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior98
8155740921equivocateuse ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.99
8155740922indifferenthaving no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.100
8155740923whimsicalplayfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way101
8155740924assiduousshowing great care and perseverance102
8155740925compellingevoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way103
8155740926diligenthaving or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties104
8155740927doggedhaving or showing tenacity and grim persistence.105
8155740928enduresuffer (something painful or difficult) patiently106
8155740929intrepidfearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect)107
8155740930maverickan unorthodox or independent-minded person108
8155740931obduratestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action109
8155740932obstinatestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so110
8155740933proliferateincrease rapidly in numbers; multiply111
8155740934tenacitythe quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.112
8155740935vitalitythe state of being strong and active; energy113
8155740936assimilationthe process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group114
8155740937consensusgeneral agreement.115
8155740938contextthe set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation.116
8155740939derivedobtain something from (a specified source)117
8155740940incumbentnecessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.118
8155740941inevitablecertain to happen; unavoidable119
8155740942malleableeasily influenced; pliable120
8155740943subdueovercome, quieten, or bring under control (a feeling or person)121
8155740944Inoculatemedical : to give (a person or animal) a weakened form of a disease in order to prevent infection by the disease122
8155740945Lurid: 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
8155740946Putrefyingto be slowly destroyed by natural processes : to rot and become putrid124
8155740947Somnolent1 : of a kind likely to induce sleep 2 a : inclined to or heavy with sleep : drowsy125
8155740948Dourserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy126
8155740949Errantserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy127
8155740950Bewildered1 : to cause to lose one's bearings 2 : to perplex or confuse especially by a complexity, variety, or multitude of objects or considerations128
8155740951Astroturfed—used for an artificial surface that resembles grass129
8155740952GeriatricAn old person y130
8155740953Tromped1 : tramp 1 2 : to step hard : stamp 131
8155740954Connoisseur: a person who knows a lot about something (such as art, wine, food, etc.) : an expert in a particular subject132
8155740955Attestingto show, prove, or state that something is true or real133
8155740956Soporific: causing a person to become tired and ready to fall asleep134
8155740957indignant(adj.) filled with resentment or anger over something unjust, unworthy, or mean135
8155740958skirmisha minor fight or battle136
8155740959rasprough, grating tone137
8155740960swathingenveloping138
8155740961deposetopple from power139
8155740962deprecateto disapprove regretfully, to belittle, to express mild disapproval140
8155740963abaseto lower in rank, prestige, or esteem141
8155740964magnanimityhaving a lofty, generous, and courageous spirit142
8155740965tersebrief and to the point143
8155740966collateralA security pledged for the repayment of a loan.144
8155740967beguileto deceive, to mislead, to persuade with charm145
8155740968theologianone who studies religion146
8155740969discursiverambling, moving from one topic to another randomly147
8155740970grandeurimpressiveness; stateliness; majesty148
8155740971indicativedemonstrates149
8155740972apocryphalof questionable authority or authenticity150
8155740973extraneousnot essential; superfluous151
8155740974adept(adj.) thoroughly skilled; (n.) an expert152
8155740975sanguineoptimistic153
8155740976homileticdidactic, moralistic154
8155740977didacticintended to instruct155
8155740978lariatrope used to catch cattle and horses156
8155740979prolific(adj.) abundantly productive; abundant, profuse157
8155740980penuryextreme poverty158
8155740981venerablerespectable due to age159
8155740982punctilious(adj.) very careful and exact, attentive to fine points of etiquette or propriety160

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