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cerebral

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(adj) of the cerebrum of the brain.

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contrivance

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(n) a thing that is created skillfully and inventively to serve a particular purpose.

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brusque

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(adj) abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.

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blissful

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(adj) extremely happy; full of joy.

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diatribes

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(n) a forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.

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affectless

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(n) showing or expressing no emotion

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tribute

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(n) an act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.

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exculpate

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(v) show or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing.

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morbidities

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(n) suggesting an unhealthy mental state or attitude; unwholesomely gloomy, sensitive, extreme, etc.

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gambits

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(n) a device, action, or opening remark, typically one entailing a degree of risk, that is calculated to gain an advantage.

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nose

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(v) investigate or pry into something.

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dissipation

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(n) to spend or use wastefully or extravagantly; squander; deplete

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similes

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(n) a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid

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ode

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(n) a lyric poem in the form of an address to a particular subject, often elevated in style or manner and written in varied or irregular meter.

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redresses

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(v) (n) remedy or set right (an undesirable or unfair situation).

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anarchist

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(n) a person who believes that government and laws are not necessary

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quixotic

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(adj) exceedingly idealistic; unrealistic and impractical.

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cunning

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(adj) having or showing skill in achieving one’s ends by deceit or evasion. (n) skill in achieving one’s ends by deceit.

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mercantilist

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(n) belief in the benefits of profitable trading; commercialism.

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poultices

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(n) a soft, moist mass of material, typically of plant material or flour, applied to the body to relieve soreness and inflammation and kept in place with a cloth.

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chaff

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(n) worthless things; trash. the husks of corn or other seed separated by winnowing or threshing. chopped hay and straw used as fodder.

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sedulous

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(adj) (of a person or action) showing dedication and diligence.

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convivial

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(adj) (of an atmosphere or event) friendly, lively, and enjoyable. (of a person) cheerful and friendly; jovial.

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inquisitions

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(n) a period of prolonged and intensive questioning or investigation.

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bogged down

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(v) to sink in or as if in a bog

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intransigence

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(n) refusing to agree or compromise; uncompromising; inflexible.

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extemporaneous

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(adj) spoken or done without preparation.

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expatriate

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(n) a person who lives outside their native country. (v) settle oneself abroad.

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charade

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(n) an absurd pretense intended to create a pleasant or respectable appearance.

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brook

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(n) a small stream.

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retrospective

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(adj) (n) looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.

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mundane

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(adj) lacking interest or excitement; dull. of this earthly world rather than a heavenly or spiritual one.

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epoch

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(n) a period of time in history or a person’s life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.

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circumscribing

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(v) restrict (something) within limits.

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excise

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(n) (v) a tax levied on certain goods and commodities produced or sold within a country and on licenses granted for certain activities.

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indisputably

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(adv) unquestionably real, valid, or the like.

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ecology

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(n) The science of the relationships between organisms and their environments. (singular)

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enervate

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(v) (adj) cause (someone) to feel drained of energy or vitality; weaken.

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dust

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(n) (v) fine, dry powder consisting of tiny particles of earth or waste matter lying on the ground or on surfaces or carried in the air. cover lightly with a powdered substance.

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earmark

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(n) (v) a characteristic or identifying feature. designate (something, typically funds or resources) for a particular purpose.

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stanchion

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(n) an upright bar, post, or frame forming a support or barrier.

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promulgates

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(v) promote or make widely known (an idea or cause). put (a law or decree) into effect by official proclamation.

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transgressor

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(n) to violate a law, command, moral code, etc.; offend; sin.

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legume

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(n) a seed, pod, or other edible part of a leguminous plant used as food.

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trenchant

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(adj) vigorous or incisive in expression or style.

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renowned

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(adj) known or talked about by many people; famous.

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dramaturgy

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(n) the theory and practice of dramatic composition.

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contrived

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(adj) created or arranged in a way that seems artificial and unrealistic.

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magnanimity

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(n) the fact or condition of being magnanimous; generosity.

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euphony

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(n) the quality of being pleasing to the ear, especially through a harmonious combination of words.

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sinecure

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(n) a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit.

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elude

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(v) evade or escape from (a danger, enemy, or pursuer), typically in a skillful or cunning way. (of an idea or fact) fail to be grasped or remembered by (someone). (of an achievement, or something desired or pursued) fail to be attained by (someone).

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credulous

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(adj) having or showing too great a readiness to believe things.

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unconscionable

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(adj) not right or reasonable. unreasonably excessive.

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tethered

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(v) tie (an animal) with a rope or chain so as to restrict its movement.

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complementary

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(adj) combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other or another.

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duplicitously

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(adv) in a deceitful manner

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pale

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(adj) (v) light in color or having little color. feeble and unimpressive. seem less impressive or important.

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catalyst

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(n) a person or thing that precipitates an event.

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seemingly

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(adj) so as to give the impression of having a certain quality; apparently.

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curtailing

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(v) reduce in extent or quantity; impose a restriction on. deprive someone of (something).

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buoyancy

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(n) the ability or tendency to float in water or air or some other fluid. an optimistic and cheerful disposition.

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demonized

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(v) portray as wicked and threatening.

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egregious

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(adj) outstandingly bad; shocking.

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earthy

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(adj) resembling or suggestive of earth or soil. (of a person) direct and uninhibited; hearty. (of humor) somewhat coarse or crude.

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defeasible

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(adj) open in principle to revision, valid objection, forfeiture, or annulment.

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exemplary

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(adj) serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind. (of a punishment) serving as a warning or deterrent.

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idle

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(adj) (v) without purpose or effect; pointless.

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disparage

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(v) regard or represent as being of little worth.

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celebrated

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(adj) greatly admired; renowned.

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kinetic

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(adj) of, relating to, or resulting from motion.

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decamped

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(v) depart suddenly or secretly, especially to relocate one’s business or household in another area.

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lithe

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(adj) (especially of a person’s body) thin, supple, and graceful.

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kudos

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(n) praise and honor received for an achievement.

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impasse

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(n) a situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement; a deadlock.

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vigorous

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(adj) strong, healthy, and full of energy. (of language) forceful.

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recapitulated

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(v) summarize and state again the main points of.

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heads (v)

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(v) be in the leading position on. give a title or caption to.

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subversion

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(n) to overthrow (something established or existing).

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supersede

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(v) take the place of (a person or thing previously in authority or use); supplant.

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lackey

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(n) (v) a servant, especially a liveried footman or manservant.

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heralded

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(v) be a sign that (something) is about to happen. acclaim.

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unwavering

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(adj) steady or resolute; not wavering.

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solicitous

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(adj) characterized by or showing interest or concern.

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politic

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(adj) (of an action) seeming sensible and judicious under the circumstances.

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curbed

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(v) restrain or keep in check.

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stolid

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(adj) (of a person) calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation.

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melancholy

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(n) a feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.

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hapless

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(adj) (especially of a person) unfortunate.

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approbation

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(n) approval or praise.

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distort

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(v) pull or twist out of shape.

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culpable

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(adj) deserving blame.

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asceticism

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(n) severe self-discipline and avoidance of all forms of indulgence, typically for religious reasons.

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socialist

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(n) (adj) a person who advocates or practices socialism.

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galleys

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(n) a low, flat ship with one or more sails and up to three banks of oars, chiefly used for warfare, trade, and piracy.

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piques

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(v) stimulate (interest or curiosity). feel irritated or resentful.

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taut

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(adj) stretched or pulled tight; not slack. (of writing, music, etc.) concise and controlled.

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fatuous

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(adj) silly and pointless.

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adroit

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(adj) clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.

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denigrate

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(v) criticize unfairly; disparage.