| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| cupidity |
exceptional desire for money or other material possessions; greed. |
| detractor |
one who criticizes or disparages an idea, cause, or person to undermine support or popularity. |
| evasion |
the act or an instance of escaping, avoiding, or failing to perform something. |
| expurgate |
to remove from a book or the like material considered to be offensive or erroneous prior to publication. |
| financier |
a person skilled in or occupied in financial operations, usually on a large scale. |
| flagrant |
exceptionally or glaringly noticeable. |
| humbug |
something without substance or meaning, such as an idea or argument; nonsense. |
| inglorious |
bringing shame or disgrace; shameful; dishonorable. |
| insolence |
rude or impudent behavior or speech. |
| insolvent |
incapable of paying debts or meeting liabilities; penniless; bankrupt. |
| misguide |
to misdirect or lead astray. |
| remit |
to refrain from carrying out; cancel. |
| sedition |
actions or speech intended or serving to create rebellion against a government. |
| skimp |
to be stingy or very sparing. |