| credulity |
an inclination to believe or trust, especially without sufficient basis or evidence; gullibility. |
| disparage |
to depreciate or belittle, especially in speech. |
| entrench |
to establish firmly and unchangeably. |
| forestall |
to prevent or hinder by taking action beforehand. |
| grassroots |
originating with or operating among the common people. |
| lieu |
the place formerly occupied by something or someone. |
| opportune |
favorable or suitable, especially in relation to time. |
| outmoded |
no longer in keeping with current standards or practices; obsolete. |
| pejorative |
acting or tending to create a negative impression; disparaging; demeaning. |
| populous |
having a large population. |
| scrutinize |
to look at closely and carefully, with attention to detail. |
| seedy |
unkempt or shabby. |
| sobriety |
abstinence from alcohol; temperance. |
| temperament |
the manner of thinking, feeling, and acting that is characteristic of a particular person or animal. |
| tumultuous |
full of noise, commotion, or disorder; riotous. |