| adversary |
a person, group, or thing that is against another; opponent; enemy. |
| altruism |
unselfish concern for the well-being of others. |
| castigation |
the act of rebuking, severely criticizing, or punishing, especially in a public forum. |
| clout |
(informal) influence or power to persuade. |
| cynicism |
an attitude of doubt or mistrust toward human nature and the possibility of good or selfless motives. |
| dross |
anything that is worthless or useless; rubbish. |
| exorbitant |
exceeding the bounds of what is reasonable, fair, or proper; immoderate. |
| inordinate |
beyond the bounds of reason; excessive. |
| levity |
a lack of seriousness; light, humorous, or foolish behavior or attitude. |
| mannerism |
a distinctive and habitual behavioral characteristic. |
| pertain |
to relate to or have to do with something. |
| pompous |
showing an exaggerated sense of own's own importance. |
| potable |
fit for drinking. |
| uninformative |
conveying little or no knowledge or understanding. |
| wreak |
to carry out or cause. |