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9883364909BombasticHigh sounding but with little meaning; inflated;grandiloquent.0
9883364910CapriciousImpulsive; unpredictable. Sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.1
9883364911Colloquialism (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
9883364912Apathylack of interest, enthusiasm or concern. No emotion3
9883364913DialectA variety of language confined to a region or group, manner or means of expressing oneself.4
9883364914CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.5
9883364915VoiceAn authors distinctive literary style, basic vision and general attitude toward the world. Revealed through the use of Syntax, Diction, Punctuation, Characterization, and Dialogue.6
9883364916AssertionA 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
9883364917Cogent(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.8
9883364918Coherent(of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent9
9883364919Cohesivecharacterized by or causing cohesion (act or state of being uniting, cohering, or sticking together).10
9883364920Didacticintended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.11
9883364921Discoursewritten or spoken communication or debate. (verb) speak or write authoritatively about a topic.12
9883364922Eloquencefluent or persuasive speaking or writing.13
9883364923Fluidable to flow easily.14
9883364924implicationthe conclusion that can be drawn from something, although it is not explicitly stated.15
9883364925lucidexpressed clearly; easy to understand16
9883364926rhetora teacher of rhetoric17
9883364927Arbitera person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter18
9883364928Biasedunfairly prejudiced for or against something or someone.19
9883364929Exculpateshow or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing20
9883364930Impartialtreating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just.21
9883364931Incontrovertiblenot able to be denied or disputed.22
9883364932Integritythe quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.23
9883364933Objectivitythe quality of being objective; justice; neutrality24
9883364934Plausible(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.25
9883364935Substantiatedprovide evidence to support or prove that truth of.26
9883364936vindicatedclear (something) of blame or suspicion.27
9883364937Contemptuousshowing contempt; scornful28
9883364938Despoticof, relating to, or characteristics of a despot (ruler with total power; usually unfair)29
9883364939Dictatorialof or typical of a ruler with total control30
9883364940Disdainthe feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.31
9883364941Haughtyarrogantly superior and disdainful.32
9883364942Imperiousassuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.33
9883364943Patronizingtreat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority.34
9883364944Listlesslacking energy or enthusiasm.35
9883364945Melancholya feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.36
9883364946Torpora state of physical or mental inactivity37
9883364947alliancea relationship based on an affinity in interests, nature, or qualities.38
9883364948disparitya great difference, imbalance.39
9883364949impingehave an affect or impact, especially a negative one. Influence.40
9883364950Paradoxa state or proposition that, despite reasoning, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, self-contradictory.41
9883364951allusionan expression to call something to mind without mentioning it exactly; an indirect or passing reference.42
9883364952parallelismthe act of being parallel or corresponding in some way.43
9883364953indolentwanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.44
9883364954insipid.lacking flavor, vigor or interest.45
9883364955lamenta passionate expression or grief or sorrow.46
9883364956Sanctiona threatening penalty for disobeying a law or rule47
9883364957servilehaving or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.48
9883364958suppressedforcibly to an end to.49
9883364959Embellishmake (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.50
9883364960floridhaving a red or flushed complexion51
9883364961opulentostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish52
9883364962ornatemade in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns.53
9883364963ostentatiouscharacterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.54
9883364964poignantevoking a keen sense or sadness or regret.55
9883364965Ebulliencethe quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.56
9883364966effusiveexpressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.57
9883364967egregiousoutstandingly bad; shocking.58
9883364968freneticfast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way.59
9883364969gratuitousuncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted60
9883364970flagrant(of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive61
9883364971superfluousunnecessary, especially through being more than enough.62
9883364972convolutedextremely complex and difficult to follow (especially or a story, sentence, or argument).63
9883364973cryptichaving a meaning that is mysterious or obscure64
9883364974Obscureuncertain; not discovered or know about.65
9883364975futileincapable of producing any useful result; pointless.66
9883364976impededelay or prevent by obstructing them; hinder.67
9883364977quandarya state of perplexity or uncertainty over what what to do in a difficult situation.68
9883364978alleviatemake (suffering or a problem) less severe.69
9883364979asylumthe 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
9883364980auspiciousconductive to success; favorable.71
9883364981benevolentwell meaning and kindly72
9883364982benigngentle, kindly.73
9883364983Mollifyappease the anger or anxiety of (someone)74
9883364984reclamationreclaiming; reformation, recovery. (or it can be land obtained from water)75
9883364985DubiousNot to be relied upon; suspect (hesitating or doubting)76
9883364986Fabricatedinvent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent77
9883364987Hypocrisythe practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform; pretense78
9883364988Slandermake false and damaging statements about (someone).79
9883364989spuriousnot being what it purports to be; false or fake80
9883364990Astutehaving or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage81
9883364991clandestineoperation is an intelligence or millitary operation carried out in such a way that the operation goes unnoticed by the general population82
9883364992disingenuousnot candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.83
9883364993rusean action intended to deceive someone; a trick84
9883364994stratagema plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end85
9883364995surreptitiouskept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.86
9883364996waryfeeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems87
9883364997wilyskilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.88
9883364998inconsequentialnot important or significant89
9883364999superficialexisting or occurring at or on the surface. (appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely).90
9883365000tenuousvery weak or slight >( small in degree).91
9883365001trivialof little value or importance92
9883365002coupa sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.93
9883365003Ambiguous(of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.94
9883365004ambivalenthaving mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.95
9883365005apatheticshowing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.96
9883365006Arbitrarybased on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.97
9883365007capriciousgiven to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior98
9883365008equivocateuse ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.99
9883365009indifferenthaving no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.100
9883365010whimsicalplayfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way101
9883365011assiduousshowing great care and perseverance102
9883365012compellingevoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way103
9883365013diligenthaving or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties104
9883365014doggedhaving or showing tenacity and grim persistence.105
9883365015enduresuffer (something painful or difficult) patiently106
9883365016intrepidfearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect)107
9883365017maverickan unorthodox or independent-minded person108
9883365018obduratestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action109
9883365019obstinatestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so110
9883365020proliferateincrease rapidly in numbers; multiply111
9883365021tenacitythe quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.112
9883365022vitalitythe state of being strong and active; energy113
9883365023assimilationthe process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group114
9883365024consensusgeneral agreement.115
9883365025contextthe set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation.116
9883365026derivedobtain something from (a specified source)117
9883365027incumbentnecessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.118
9883365028inevitablecertain to happen; unavoidable119
9883365029malleableeasily influenced; pliable120
9883365030subdueovercome, quieten, or bring under control (a feeling or person)121
9883365031Inoculatemedical : to give (a person or animal) a weakened form of a disease in order to prevent infection by the disease122
9883365032Lurid: 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
9883365033Putrefyingto be slowly destroyed by natural processes : to rot and become putrid124
9883365034Somnolent1 : of a kind likely to induce sleep 2 a : inclined to or heavy with sleep : drowsy125
9883365035Dourserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy126
9883365036Errantserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy127
9883365037Bewildered1 : to cause to lose one's bearings 2 : to perplex or confuse especially by a complexity, variety, or multitude of objects or considerations128
9883365038Astroturfed—used for an artificial surface that resembles grass129
9883365039GeriatricAn old person y130
9883365040Tromped1 : tramp 1 2 : to step hard : stamp 131
9883365041Connoisseur: a person who knows a lot about something (such as art, wine, food, etc.) : an expert in a particular subject132
9883365042Attestingto show, prove, or state that something is true or real133
9883365043Soporific: causing a person to become tired and ready to fall asleep134
9883365044indignant(adj.) filled with resentment or anger over something unjust, unworthy, or mean135
9883365045skirmisha minor fight or battle136
9883365046rasprough, grating tone137
9883365047swathingenveloping138
9883365048deposetopple from power139
9883365049deprecateto disapprove regretfully, to belittle, to express mild disapproval140
9883365050abaseto lower in rank, prestige, or esteem141
9883365051magnanimityhaving a lofty, generous, and courageous spirit142
9883365052tersebrief and to the point143
9883365053collateralA security pledged for the repayment of a loan.144
9883365054beguileto deceive, to mislead, to persuade with charm145
9883365055theologianone who studies religion146
9883365056discursiverambling, moving from one topic to another randomly147
9883365057grandeurimpressiveness; stateliness; majesty148
9883365058indicativedemonstrates149
9883365059apocryphalof questionable authority or authenticity150
9883365060extraneousnot essential; superfluous151
9883365061adept(adj.) thoroughly skilled; (n.) an expert152
9883365062sanguineoptimistic153
9883365063homileticdidactic, moralistic154
9883365064didacticintended to instruct155
9883365065lariatrope used to catch cattle and horses156
9883365066prolific(adj.) abundantly productive; abundant, profuse157
9883365067penuryextreme poverty158
9883365068venerablerespectable due to age159
9883365069punctilious(adj.) very careful and exact, attentive to fine points of etiquette or propriety160

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