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presage/ omen be a sign or warning of (an imminent event, typically an unwelcome one).
plutocracy government by the wealthy.
solitary done or existing alone./ single (solitary confinement/ prison)
a political leader who seeks support by appealing to the desires
demagogue
and prejudices of ordinary people rather than by using rational argument.
the quality of having an excessively high opinion of oneself or one's
self-adulation
importance.
the state or feeling of being calm, confident, and in control of one's feelings;
self-possession
composure.
consign deliver (something) to a person's keeping.
send (goods) by a public carrier.
condemn express complete disapproval of; censure.
impending (of an event regarded as threatening or significant) about to happen; forthcoming.
workaday not special, unusual, or interesting; ordinary.
revile criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner.
Hieroglyph sacred carving
rueful expressing sorrow or regret, especially in a wry or humorous way.
potent1 having great power, influence, or effect.
1. (of a male) able to achieve an erection or to reach an orgasm.
omnipotent (of a deity) having unlimited power.
omni all; of all things.in all ways/places
Simp someone who shows excessive sympathy and attention toward another person
reciprocate respond to (a gesture or action) by making a corresponding one.
disaffection a state or feeling of being dissatisfied, especially with people in authority or a system of contr
dislocation Disturbance from a proper, original, or usual place or state.
a separation of two bones where they meet at a joint.
forbidding unfriendly or threatening in appearance.
prop up : to give help, encouragement, or support to (someone)
reined in o limit or control (someone or something)
dispassionate not influenced by strong emotion, and so able to be rational and impartial.
anticipate act as a forerunner or precursor of.
regard as probable; expect or predict.
menacing suggesting the presence of danger; threatening.
savour taste (good food or drink) and enjoy it to the full.
populus a genus of trees (
forthright (of a person or their manner or speech) direct and outspoken.
innate inbron, congenital, natural
whereby by which.
meld1 blend; combine.
the action of formally ending or dismissing an assembly, partnership, or
dissolution official body.
entail involve (something) as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence.
a limitation of the inheritance of property to certain heirs over a number of
generations.
supercilious behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.
scourge a person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering.
a whip used as an instrument of punishment.
sedentary (of a person) tending to spend much time seated; somewhat inactive.
the system or arrangement of muscles in a body, part of the body, or an
musculature organ.
(of part of the body) soft and hanging loosely or limply, especially so as to
flaccid look or feel unpleasant.
lacking vigour or effectiveness.
commendatory serving to present something as suitable for approval or acceptance.
KEEN intellectually alert : having or characteristic of a quick penetrating mind;
undue unwarranted or inappropriate because excessive or disproportionate.
posthumous occurring, awarded, or appearing after the death of the originator.
wave or flourish (something, especially a weapon) as a threat or in anger or
brandish excitement.
self-righteous having or characterized by a certainty, especially an unfounded one, that one
is totally correct or morally superior.
enlightened having or showing a rational, modern, and well-informed outlook.
a small quantity of a particular thing, especially something desirable or
modicum valuable.
maverick an unorthodox or independent-minded person.
whisk take or move (someone or something) somewhere suddenly and quickly.
trait a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.
vaillant "worthy, strong, courageous,"
suppress forcibly put an end to.
uphold confirm or support (something which has been questioned).
retrospective looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.
besieged Surround (a place) with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender; lay siege to.
shore up to support
penitential relating to or expressing penitence or penance.
the action of feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentance
disquieting inducing feelings of anxiety or worry.
intemperance lack of moderation or restraint.
excessive indulgence, especially in alcohol
virtue behaviour showing high moral standards.
negate make ineffective; nullify.
impressionable easily influenced.
rekindle relight (a fire).
inadvertent not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning.
reprehensible deserving censure or condemnation.
unperturbed not perturbed or concerned.
rile make (someone) annoyed or irritated.
pandemonium wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar.
sequester isolate or hide away.
a general cut in government spending.
hagiography the writing of the lives of saints.
a biography that treats its subject with undue reverence.
a future event or circumstance which is possible but cannot be predicted
contingency with certainty.
an incidental expense.
punishment inflicted on oneself as an outward expression
penance of repentance for wrongdoing.
a sacrament in which a member of the Church confesses sins to a priest and
is given absolution.
devolved 1. having had power transferred or delegated to a lower level, especially from central governm
ebb (of tidewater) move away from the land; recede.
(of an emotion or quality) gradually decrease.
insurrection a violent uprising against an authority or government.
immolate kill or offer as a sacrifice, especially by burning.
a conference between opposing sides in a dispute, especially a discussion of
parley terms for an armistice.
malinger pretend to be ill in order to escape duty or work.
abnegate renounce or reject (something desired or valuable).
pre-emptive serving or intended to pre-empt or forestall something, especially to prevent
attack by disabling the enemy.
curt rudely brief.
(in modern literature) a poem of serious reflection, typically a lament for the
elegy dead.
deliberation long and careful consideration or discussion.
slow and careful movement or thought.
consideration careful thought, typically over a period of time.
restraint a measure or condition that keeps someone or something under control.
unemotional, dispassionate, or moderate behaviour; self-control.
disconcerting causing one to feel unsettled.
(of an outcome or course of action) decided or
preordained determined beforehand; predestined.
Canned Canned meaning is routine
TEMPERATE : found in or associated with a moderate climate
improbable not likely to be true or to happen.
rehabilitate restore (someone) to health or normal life by training and therapy after imprisonment, addicti
preface introduce or begin (a speech or event) with or by doing something.
unctuous excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily.
vitriolic filled with bitter criticism or malice.
unruffled not disordered or disarranged.
(of a person or their manner) not agitated or disturbed; calm
unprepossessing not attractive or appealing to the eye.
impulsively without forethought; on impulse.
retrenchment the reduction of costs or spending in response to economic difficulty.
the action of making an employee redundant.
slump sit, lean, or fall heavily and limply.
a sudden severe or prolonged fall in the price, value, or amount of something.
misgiving a feeling of doubt or apprehension about the outcome or consequences of something.
trepidation a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen.
acclamation loud and enthusiastic approval.
grove a group of trees planted close together:
spearhead : a leading element, force, or influence in an undertaking or development
: the sharp-pointed head of a spear
utterly completely and without qualification; absolutely.
stuff matter, material, articles, or activities of a specified or indeterminate kind that are being referr
tactician 1. a person who uses a carefully planned strategy to achieve a specific end.
dismantle take (a machine or structure) to pieces.
commendation formal or official praise.
1. a very good result in an examination or competition.
Pastoralists people who practice pastoralism as a livelihood system
a person's or animal's nature, especially as it permanently affects their
temperament behaviour.
milieu a person's social environment.
illustrious well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.
pantheon a group of particularly respected, famous, or important people.
all the gods of a people or religion collectively.
exiguous very small in size or amount.
unrelenting not yielding in strength, severity, or determination.
not giving way to kindness or compassion.
dissemblance discrepancy. imbalance. disproportion
vice a moral fault or weakness in someone's character
rectitude morally correct behaviour or thinking; righteousness.
brook2 tolerate or allow (something, typically dissent or opposition).
emend make corrections and revisions to (a text).
intimidating having a frightening, overawing, or threatening effect.
quash reject as invalid, especially by legal procedure.
put an end to; suppress.
ridge a long, narrow hilltop, mountain range, or watershed.
incise mark or decorate (an object or surface) with a cut or cuts.
dispose get rid of by throwing away or giving or selling to someone else.
incline (someone) towards a particular activity or mood.
instigate bring about or initiate (an action or event).
incite someone to do something, especially something bad.
self-deprecation modesty about or criticism of oneself.
keep (someone) from proceeding by holding them back or making claims on
detain their attention.
presuppose require as a precondition of possibility or coherence.
gluttony habitual greed or excess in eating.
frailty the condition of being weak and delicate.
weakness in character or morals.
a plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an
stratagem end.
1. skill in devising plans or schemes; cunning.
manoeuvre a movement or series of moves requiring skill and care.
expiation the act of making amends or reparation for guilt or wrongdoing; atonement.
redemption the action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.
fleeting lasting for a very short time.
understanding of a situation or event only after it has happened or
hindsight developed.
dwell on one's own success or
gloat another's misfortune with smugness or malignant pleasure.
grumble complain about something in a bad-tempered way.
make a low rumbling sound.
unkempt (especially of a person) having an untidy or dishevelled appearance.
flippant not showing a serious or respectful attitude.
cavalier showing a lack of proper concern; offhand.
dour relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance.
taxing physically or mentally demanding.
rote mechanical or habitual repetition of something to be learned.
impotence inability to take effective action; helplessness.
enterprising having or showing initiative and resourcefulness.
avidity keen interest or enthusiasm.
reminiscence a story told about a past event remembered by the narrator.
a characteristic of one thing that is suggestive of another.
vituperation bitter and abusive language.
unflappability : not easily upset or panicked : unusually calm.
demeanour outward behaviour or bearing.
obtrusive noticeable or prominent in an unwelcome or intrusive way.
(of a group or place) tending to form or hold exclusive groups and so not
cliquish welcoming to outsiders.
palliative (of a medicine or form of medical care) relieving symptoms without dealing with the cause of
impel drive, force, or urge (someone) to do something.
sobering creating a more serious, sensible, or solemn mood.
deadpan impassive or expressionless
say something amusing while affecting a serious manner.
altar the table in a Christian church at which the bread and wine are consecrated in communion ser
hubris/ conceit excessive pride or self-confidence.
contingent subject to chance.
occurring or existing only if (certain circumstances) are the case; dependent
on.
exuberance the quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness; ebullience.
disabuse persuade (someone) that an idea or belief is mistaken.
denigrate criticize unfairly; disparage.
spiteful showing or caused by malice.
blemish a small mark or flaw which spoils the appearance of something.
spoil the appearance or quality of (something).
seminal strongly influencing later developments.
irenic 1. aiming or aimed at peace.
choleric bad-tempered or irritable.
revile criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner.
deviousness the quality of being dishonest or tricking people, but often also being clever and successful
devious showing a skilful use of underhand tactics to achieve goals.
(of a route or journey) longer and less direct than the most straightforward
way.
conflate combine (two or more sets of information, texts, ideas, etc.) into one.
sombre dark or dull in colour or tone.
having or conveying a feeling of deep seriousness and sadness.
off-kilter not exactly straight or balanced; askew; uneven
inception the establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.
concur be of the same opinion; agree.
happen or occur at the same time; coincide.
balk hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking.
flabbergasted greatly surprised or astonished.
the conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly
implication stated.
uncanny strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way.
detract diminish the worth or value of (a quality or achievement).
cause someone or something to be distracted or diverted from.
ballyhooed praise or publicize extravagantly.
multifarious many and of various types.
unmistakable distinct/telltale/well-defined
wrest forcibly pull (something) from a person's grasp.
avert turn away (one's eyes or thoughts).
prevent or ward off (an undesirable occurrence).
frown disapprove of.
hedge surround with a hedge.
limit or qualify (something) by conditions or exceptions.
: not changing or capable of change : constant. an invariable routine.
invariability invariability.
spatial relating to or occupying space.
reverberate (of a loud noise) be repeated several times as an echo.
have continuing and serious effects.
antebellum occurring or existing before a particular war, especially the US Civil War.
bellum war, warfare
a wife, husband, or companion, in particular the spouse of
consort1 a reigning monarch.
1. a ship sailing in company with another.
pledge commit (a person or organization) by a solemn promise.
give as security on a loan.
hark listen
constricted narrowed, especially by encircling pressure.
inhibited; restricted.
implicate show (someone) to be involved in a crime.
convey (a meaning) indirectly through what one says, rather than stating it
explicitly.
lucubration writing or study.
a learned or pedantic piece of writing.
backwater an isolated or peaceful place.
a place or situation in which no development or progress is taking place.
a part of a river not reached by the current, where the water is stagnant.
unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a
solidarity common interest; mutual support within a group.
camaraderie mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.
tart a woman who intentionally wears the type of clothes and make-up that attract s
discordance lack of agreement or consistency.
the appointment of friends and associates to positions of authority, without
cronyism proper regard to their qualifications.
quackery dishonest practices and claims to have special knowledge and skill in some field, typically me
maligner one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel
malinger pretend to be ill in order to escape duty or work.
flummery meaningless or insincere flattery or conventions.
peregrination a journey, especially a long or meandering one.
accustom (an infant or other young mammal) to food other than its mother's
wean1 milk.
accustom (someone) to managing without something which they have
become dependent on.
prenatal before birth; during or relating to pregnancy.
preserve (a corpse) from decay, originally with spices and now usually
embalm by arterial injection of a preservative.
give a pleasant fragrance to.
rehash reuse (old ideas or material) without significant change or improvement.
ple moving in, improving housing, and attracting new businesses, typically displacing current inhabitants in the process.
or respectable.
intractable
partying
of interest.
thoroughgoing
sloping
guarantee
o severe pain
enormous, huge, prohibitive
exorbitant
Criticize, censure
ossify · calcify.
simple
troublesome
Naturally
shock
straightforward
prudent
fascinating
hedonistic
affect
derive/ obtain
contradict
rarely, scarcely
trivial
Hosre spurring
self-centred, selfish
harmful, unfriendly
petty cash
Rudimentary
Mystery/ Riddle
ancestral line/ bloodline
macabre
pursue
humiliate, embrassed
incontrovertible
disparaging
denigratory
unnatural or abnormal.
suppress
gut, intestine
besotted with
having rebelled.
notoriety
alleviate
disguise
weed out, root out
alleviate
incorporeal
supplier
elucidate
ethos, quintessence, soul
disloyal, perfidious
perilious
homeless/ vagabond
portent
elitist
unaccompaned
self-assurance
deliver
n; forthcoming.
criticize/ condemn
apologetic
vigorous
ther person,
disgruntlement
hostile
grand, magnificent
jeopardize
frank/ straightforward
sanctimonious
subdue, vanquish
endorse
backdate
its surrender; lay siege to.
wrong; repentance
overindulgence
revive
unintentional
untroubled
cially from central government to local or regional administration.
uprising, revolt
negotiation
feign
unnerving
tranquil, calm
flop/ fall
something.
nces of something.
apprehension
te kind that are being referred to, indicated, or implied.
trifle
Poshu-Palon
nature/ personality
context
implacable
constant
discrepancy
ALLOW&&&
Amend/ Alter
ridge line
engrave/ cut skin
assume
manoeuvre
forced/ artificial
out of mind
embargo
reasoning; instinctive.
open-minded
epitomize
portend/ presage
banish
playful
peculiarity
dull
sharp
travelling
canonize /consecrate
gerated or pretentious.
exterminate/
atonement
transient
delight in
untidy
frowning
exacting
without thinking
resourceful
conspicuous
band/group
informal/ hearsay
mythical/ legendary
ar country or region.
not delude
suffocate
hrough mud.
al strength falls below a certain level.
ebullience
undeceive
malicious
influential/ pioneering
foundation
inference
eerie/ preternatural/ horror
seize/ snatch
Not Aver
Not frown
enclose
confine/ hinder
partner
mortgage
pay attention
Not solitary
solidarity
a female prostitute.
nepotism
in some field, typically medicine.
Not Wane
Not plucky
merge
seizure
stumble
y or concept.
ants in the process.