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entreaty (n.) |
a serious and passionate request; a desperate plea
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caustic (adj.) |
very sarcastic and intended to mock, offend, or belittle somebody; corrosive
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homage (n.)
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a show of reverence and respect toward somebody
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congenial (adj.)
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pleasant and suited to somebody's character or tastes; agreeable; affable
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facetious (adj.)
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intended to be humorous but often silly or inappropriate; showing a lack of seriousness that is thought inappropriate
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impropriety (n.)
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behavior that is not considered correct or appropriate in a given context; rudeness; indecency
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benevolence (n.) |
kindness or goodwill; performance of good or charitable acts without seeking anything in return |
