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conspiratorial |
an evil, unlawful, treacherous, or surreptitious plan formulated in secret by two or more persons; plot.
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decorous
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characterized by dignified propriety in conduct, manners, appearance, character, etc.
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effulgence
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a brilliant radiance; a shining forth.
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impalpable
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not palpable; incapable of being perceived by the sense of touch; intangible.
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taut
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tightly drawn; tense; not slack.
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lamentation
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the act of lamenting or expressing grief.
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mimicry
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to imitate or copy in action, speech, etc., often playfully or derisively.
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motif |
a recurring subject, theme, idea, etc., especially in a literary, artistic, or musical work.
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festoon
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a string or chain of flowers, foliage, ribbon, etc., suspended in a curve between two points.
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inarticulate |
lacking the ability to express oneself, especially in clear and effective speech
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menace |
something that threatens to cause evil, harm, injury, etc.; a threat
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recrimination |
a countercharge |
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furtive |
taken, done, used, etc., surreptitiously or by stealth; secret |
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relentless |
unyieldingly severe, strict, or harsh |
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contrite |
caused by or showing sincere remorse. |
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incredulous |
disinclined or indisposed to believe; skeptical. |
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malevolent |
wishing evil or harm to another or others; showing ill will; ill-disposed; malicious |
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contemptuously |
showing disdain; scornful; disrespectful. |
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chastisement |
severe criticism; a rebuke or strong reprimand. |
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reverence |
a feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe; veneration.
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