| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| adversary |
a person, group, or thing that is against another; opponent; enemy. |
| alcove |
a partly enclosed area of a room. |
| bogus |
not authentic; counterfeit. |
| commentary |
a series of explanatory or interpretive remarks or comments. |
| dehumanize |
to deprive of individuality, spirit, or other human qualities; render routine or mechanical. |
| exigent |
requiring immediate attention; urgent or critical. |
| humility |
the quality or state of being humble; modesty about one's status or accomplishments. |
| languish |
to lose strength or energy; weaken. |
| leer |
to give a sideways or nasty look or smile suggestive of malicious or sexual thoughts. |
| matriarch |
a woman who acts as head of a family, tribe, or other group of people. |
| observable |
able to be seen; visible. |
| outmoded |
no longer in keeping with current standards or practices; obsolete. |
| perverse |
stubbornly opposed to what is expected or requested of one, or marked by or inclined toward such an attitude. |
| philanthropist |
one who engages in charitable activities. |