| blasphemy |
disrespect or irreverence toward something considered sacred or inviolable, especially God. |
| cataract |
a large waterfall. |
| concurrent |
existing or occurring at the same time. |
| depreciate |
to lower the cost or value of, especially of property for tax purposes, or of money. |
| disparity |
the condition or an instance of being unlike, unequal, or of different kinds; difference. |
| dossier |
a set of papers or documents that provide detailed information on a particular person or subject. |
| hedonistic |
adhering to or characterized by the principle that pleasure should be the primary aim in life. |
| preemptive |
of or relating to a strike or attack such as a bid in bridge or a military attack, made in anticipation of or to prevent an opposing strike. |
| prudent |
showing good judgment and caution; sensible. |
| retroactive |
going into operation or effect as of a previous date, or in respect to past events or circumstances. |
| salvageable |
able to be saved or rescued from damage or destruction. |
| skeptic |
one who is inclined to question or doubt assertions that are made or accepted by others. |
| therapeutic |
of, pertaining to, or capable of healing; curative. |
| turgid |
overwrought in language or style; too solemn or too ornate; inflated; bombastic. |
| utilitarian |
of, concerning, or aiming at usefulness. |