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abominate
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(v.) to have an intense dislike or hatred for
synonyms: loathe, abhor, despise, detest antonyms: relish, savor, cherish |
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commiserate
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(v.) to sympathize with, have pity or sorrow for, share a feeling of distress
synonyms: empathize |
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sangfroid
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(n.) composure or coolness, especially in trying circumstances
synonyms: poise, self-assurance, equanimity antonyms: excitability, hysteria |
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acculturation
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(n.) the modification of social patterns, traits, or structures of one group or society by contact with those of another; the resultant blend
synonym: adaptation |
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enjoin
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(v.) to direct or order; to prescribe a course of an action in an authoritative way; to prohibit
synonym: bid, charge, command antonym: allow, permit |
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nominal
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(adj.) existing in name only, not real; too small to be considered or taken seriously
synonym: token, trifling, inconsequential antonym: real, actual, exorbitant, excessive |
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seditious
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(adj.) resistant to lawful authority; having the purpose of overthrowing an established government
synonym: mutinous, rebellious, subversive antonym: supportive, loyal, allegiant |
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tenuous
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(adj.) thin, slender, not dense; lacking clarity or sharpness; of slight importance or significance; lacking a sound basis, poorly supported
synonym: flimsy, insubstantial, vague antonym: strong, substantial, valid |
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expiate
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(v.) to make amends, make up for
synonym: atone, redeem |
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vitriolic
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(adj.) bitter, sarcastic; highly caustic or biting (like strong acid)
synonym: withering, acerbic antonym: bland |