| allusive |
abounding in or characterized by indirect references to culture, history, or other works of art, which are to be recognized or understood by the audience. |
| confluence |
a joining of two or more streams, or their point of junction. |
| ennui |
a general feeling of boredom and dissatisfaction, especially with all aspects of life. |
| fluctuate |
to vary or change irregularly; rise and fall. |
| intrepid |
feeling or showing no fear; courageous; bold. |
| machination |
(usually plural) elaborate or devious schemes. |
| philosophy |
the study of the nature of life, truth, knowledge, and other important human matters, |
| profess |
to claim or state as true. |
| ramification |
a consequence or related aspect of something; offshoot. |
| renounce |
to give up (a right or claim) usually by formal declaration or announcement; waive. |
| sedition |
actions or speech intended or serving to create rebellion against a government. |
| stupor |
a state of unconsciousness, insensibility, or torpor. |
| tout |
to publicize flatteringly and boastfully. |
| truism |
a self-evident statement; platitude. |
| vivacity |
the characteristic or state of being vivacious; liveliness; sprightliness; animation. |