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abandon
(noun) |
total lack of inhibtion
The normally conservative executive danced with abandon at the party. |
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abase
(verb) |
to humble, disgrace
The commoner abased himself before his king. |
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bacchanalian
(adj.) |
pertaining to riotous or drunken festivity
The secretive club´s bacchanalian celebrations have attracted the interest of the local authorities. |
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baleful
(adj.) |
harmful
Some people believe that the moon can exert a baleful influence on people. |
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cabal
(noun) |
small group of people united secretly to promote their interests
The reporter discovered a cabal working to overthrow the government. |
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cache
(noun) |
hiding place, something hidden
The rebel army had a cache of weapons in a cave. |
