| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| acclaim |
to show enthusiastic approval of. |
| archetype |
an original model or pattern from which others are made or copied. |
| bilk |
to defraud or swindle, especially by avoiding due or promised payment. |
| conservationist |
a person who promotes and encourages preservation, especially of natural resources. |
| courier |
someone who delivers messages, packages, and the like, especially for a government, military organization, or business. |
| dispassionate |
without strong feeling or bias; calm; impartial. |
| exculpate |
to free (a person or group) from guilt or blame, or from the suspicion of guilt or blame. |
| jurisdiction |
the right or authority to interpret and administer the law. |
| microcosm |
a small, complete whole; tiny world. |
| misinterpret |
to comprehend incorrectly; misunderstand. |
| mollify |
to ease or soothe the anger or emotion of; make calmer; appease. |
| peccadillo |
a minor sin or offense, or a slight fault. |
| populous |
having a large population. |
| ramify |
to have or produce effects or consequences that make some original matter more complex. |