| abscond |
to leave suddenly and secretly, especially to avoid observation or capture. |
| adulterate |
to make worse or impure by adding unnecessary or inferior ingredients. |
| aerate |
to expose to the circulation or chemical action of air in order to ventilate or cleanse. |
| anomalous |
differing from the norm, standard, or common type or rule; abnormal. |
| arbiter |
someone who has the authority to decide an issue or settle a dispute. |
| churl |
a rude or vulgar person. |
| cynicism |
an attitude of doubt or mistrust toward human nature and the possibility of good or selfless motives. |
| desecration |
the act of or an instance of violating the sacredness of something. |
| fervid |
heated or impassioned; intensely enthusiastic. |
| impetus |
something that urges or impels; a driving force. |
| protean |
easily changing form or character; variable or versatile. |
| qualm |
a feeling of guilt or doubt. |
| sally |
a sudden forward attack or rush from a defensive position by a military force. |
| stigma |
a long-lasting mark or stain on one's character or reputation, especially of disgrace or reproach. |
| uproarious |
causing loud or uncontrollable laughter; hilarious. |