to give up power or control | ||
to agree to without protest, generally without enthusiasm | ||
a person who turns against their religious beliefs, political party, or cause they used to support | ||
like a tyrant, assertion of total authority | ||
an authoritative pronouncement; a popular saying | ||
a long, blustering speech or a rant | ||
a belief that is opposed to the orthodox or established views and opinions | ||
to assault or to annoy with repeated attacks | ||
a predominant influence or dominance of one group or state over another | ||
having good judgment or being balanced and wise | ||
secret plots or schemes, usually with evil intent | ||
wrongdoing or misconduct, specially by a public figure | ||
an authoritative command or order | ||
someone who flatters in the hopes of gaining something | ||
easily managed, taught, or controlled | ||
the act of breaking the law, a command, etc. or going beyond limits and boundaries | ||
an instance of moral corruption or wickedness | ||
to criticize harshly or to defame | ||
to clear from criticism, blame, guilt, or suspicion | ||
something which cannot be attacked or assaulted successfully; it also means unquestionable or certain |
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