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9826187483BombasticHigh sounding but with little meaning; inflated;grandiloquent.0
9826187484CapriciousImpulsive; unpredictable. Sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.1
9826187485Colloquialism (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
9826187486Apathylack of interest, enthusiasm or concern. No emotion3
9826187487DialectA variety of language confined to a region or group, manner or means of expressing oneself.4
9826187488CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.5
9826187489VoiceAn authors distinctive literary style, basic vision and general attitude toward the world. Revealed through the use of Syntax, Diction, Punctuation, Characterization, and Dialogue.6
9826187490AssertionA 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
9826187491Cogent(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.8
9826187492Coherent(of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent9
9826187493Cohesivecharacterized by or causing cohesion (act or state of being uniting, cohering, or sticking together).10
9826187494Didacticintended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.11
9826187495Discoursewritten or spoken communication or debate. (verb) speak or write authoritatively about a topic.12
9826187496Eloquencefluent or persuasive speaking or writing.13
9826187497Fluidable to flow easily.14
9826187498implicationthe conclusion that can be drawn from something, although it is not explicitly stated.15
9826187499lucidexpressed clearly; easy to understand16
9826187500rhetora teacher of rhetoric17
9826187501Arbitera person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter18
9826187502Biasedunfairly prejudiced for or against something or someone.19
9826187503Exculpateshow or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing20
9826187504Impartialtreating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just.21
9826187505Incontrovertiblenot able to be denied or disputed.22
9826187506Integritythe quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.23
9826187507Objectivitythe quality of being objective; justice; neutrality24
9826187508Plausible(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.25
9826187509Substantiatedprovide evidence to support or prove that truth of.26
9826187510vindicatedclear (something) of blame or suspicion.27
9826187511Contemptuousshowing contempt; scornful28
9826187512Despoticof, relating to, or characteristics of a despot (ruler with total power; usually unfair)29
9826187513Dictatorialof or typical of a ruler with total control30
9826187514Disdainthe feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.31
9826187515Haughtyarrogantly superior and disdainful.32
9826187516Imperiousassuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.33
9826187517Patronizingtreat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority.34
9826187518Listlesslacking energy or enthusiasm.35
9826187519Melancholya feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.36
9826187520Torpora state of physical or mental inactivity37
9826187521alliancea relationship based on an affinity in interests, nature, or qualities.38
9826187522disparitya great difference, imbalance.39
9826187523impingehave an affect or impact, especially a negative one. Influence.40
9826187524Paradoxa state or proposition that, despite reasoning, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, self-contradictory.41
9826187525allusionan expression to call something to mind without mentioning it exactly; an indirect or passing reference.42
9826187526parallelismthe act of being parallel or corresponding in some way.43
9826187527indolentwanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.44
9826187528insipid.lacking flavor, vigor or interest.45
9826187529lamenta passionate expression or grief or sorrow.46
9826187530Sanctiona threatening penalty for disobeying a law or rule47
9826187531servilehaving or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.48
9826187532suppressedforcibly to an end to.49
9826187533Embellishmake (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.50
9826187534floridhaving a red or flushed complexion51
9826187535opulentostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish52
9826187536ornatemade in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns.53
9826187537ostentatiouscharacterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.54
9826187538poignantevoking a keen sense or sadness or regret.55
9826187539Ebulliencethe quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.56
9826187540effusiveexpressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.57
9826187541egregiousoutstandingly bad; shocking.58
9826187542freneticfast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way.59
9826187543gratuitousuncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted60
9826187544flagrant(of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive61
9826187545superfluousunnecessary, especially through being more than enough.62
9826187546convolutedextremely complex and difficult to follow (especially or a story, sentence, or argument).63
9826187547cryptichaving a meaning that is mysterious or obscure64
9826187548Obscureuncertain; not discovered or know about.65
9826187549futileincapable of producing any useful result; pointless.66
9826187550impededelay or prevent by obstructing them; hinder.67
9826187551quandarya state of perplexity or uncertainty over what what to do in a difficult situation.68
9826187552alleviatemake (suffering or a problem) less severe.69
9826187553asylumthe 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
9826187554auspiciousconductive to success; favorable.71
9826187555benevolentwell meaning and kindly72
9826187556benigngentle, kindly.73
9826187557Mollifyappease the anger or anxiety of (someone)74
9826187558reclamationreclaiming; reformation, recovery. (or it can be land obtained from water)75
9826187559DubiousNot to be relied upon; suspect (hesitating or doubting)76
9826187560Fabricatedinvent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent77
9826187561Hypocrisythe practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform; pretense78
9826187562Slandermake false and damaging statements about (someone).79
9826187563spuriousnot being what it purports to be; false or fake80
9826187564Astutehaving or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage81
9826187565clandestineoperation is an intelligence or millitary operation carried out in such a way that the operation goes unnoticed by the general population82
9826187566disingenuousnot candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.83
9826187567rusean action intended to deceive someone; a trick84
9826187568stratagema plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end85
9826187569surreptitiouskept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.86
9826187570waryfeeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems87
9826187571wilyskilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.88
9826187572inconsequentialnot important or significant89
9826187573superficialexisting or occurring at or on the surface. (appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely).90
9826187574tenuousvery weak or slight >( small in degree).91
9826187575trivialof little value or importance92
9826187576coupa sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.93
9826187577Ambiguous(of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.94
9826187578ambivalenthaving mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.95
9826187579apatheticshowing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.96
9826187580Arbitrarybased on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.97
9826187581capriciousgiven to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior98
9826187582equivocateuse ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.99
9826187583indifferenthaving no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.100
9826187584whimsicalplayfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way101
9826187585assiduousshowing great care and perseverance102
9826187586compellingevoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way103
9826187587diligenthaving or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties104
9826187588doggedhaving or showing tenacity and grim persistence.105
9826187589enduresuffer (something painful or difficult) patiently106
9826187590intrepidfearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect)107
9826187591maverickan unorthodox or independent-minded person108
9826187592obduratestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action109
9826187593obstinatestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so110
9826187594proliferateincrease rapidly in numbers; multiply111
9826187595tenacitythe quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.112
9826187596vitalitythe state of being strong and active; energy113
9826187597assimilationthe process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group114
9826187598consensusgeneral agreement.115
9826187599contextthe set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation.116
9826187600derivedobtain something from (a specified source)117
9826187601incumbentnecessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.118
9826187602inevitablecertain to happen; unavoidable119
9826187603malleableeasily influenced; pliable120
9826187604subdueovercome, quieten, or bring under control (a feeling or person)121
9826187605Inoculatemedical : to give (a person or animal) a weakened form of a disease in order to prevent infection by the disease122
9826187606Lurid: 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
9826187607Putrefyingto be slowly destroyed by natural processes : to rot and become putrid124
9826187608Somnolent1 : of a kind likely to induce sleep 2 a : inclined to or heavy with sleep : drowsy125
9826187609Dourserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy126
9826187610Errantserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy127
9826187611Bewildered1 : to cause to lose one's bearings 2 : to perplex or confuse especially by a complexity, variety, or multitude of objects or considerations128
9826187612Astroturfed—used for an artificial surface that resembles grass129
9826187613GeriatricAn old person y130
9826187614Tromped1 : tramp 1 2 : to step hard : stamp 131
9826187615Connoisseur: a person who knows a lot about something (such as art, wine, food, etc.) : an expert in a particular subject132
9826187616Attestingto show, prove, or state that something is true or real133
9826187617Soporific: causing a person to become tired and ready to fall asleep134
9826187618indignant(adj.) filled with resentment or anger over something unjust, unworthy, or mean135
9826187619skirmisha minor fight or battle136
9826187620rasprough, grating tone137
9826187621swathingenveloping138
9826187622deposetopple from power139
9826187623deprecateto disapprove regretfully, to belittle, to express mild disapproval140
9826187624abaseto lower in rank, prestige, or esteem141
9826187625magnanimityhaving a lofty, generous, and courageous spirit142
9826187626tersebrief and to the point143
9826187627collateralA security pledged for the repayment of a loan.144
9826187628beguileto deceive, to mislead, to persuade with charm145
9826187629theologianone who studies religion146
9826187630discursiverambling, moving from one topic to another randomly147
9826187631grandeurimpressiveness; stateliness; majesty148
9826187632indicativedemonstrates149
9826187633apocryphalof questionable authority or authenticity150
9826187634extraneousnot essential; superfluous151
9826187635adept(adj.) thoroughly skilled; (n.) an expert152
9826187636sanguineoptimistic153
9826187637homileticdidactic, moralistic154
9826187638didacticintended to instruct155
9826187639lariatrope used to catch cattle and horses156
9826187640prolific(adj.) abundantly productive; abundant, profuse157
9826187641penuryextreme poverty158
9826187642venerablerespectable due to age159
9826187643punctilious(adj.) very careful and exact, attentive to fine points of etiquette or propriety160

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