| ambivalence |
the presence of conflicting feelings, such as love and hate, toward a person, thing, or situation. |
| constraint |
a state of confinement or restraint. |
| decrepit |
in poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out. |
| dilapidated |
fallen into ruin or decay. |
| discursive |
ranging over numerous topics, especially in an orderly or coherent way. |
| dogmatic |
asserting beliefs and opinions as though they were proven facts. |
| incipient |
starting to exist or become apparent; in an early stage of development. |
| juncture |
a particular point in time, especially a point of serious importance or crisis. |
| malleable |
capable of being shaped, as by hammering or rolling. |
| menagerie |
a collection of usually wild or exotic animals, or the place where they are exhibited. |
| 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. |
| stagnate |
to be or become motionless, fouled, or lacking in energy, originality, or development. |
| stigmatize |
to label or brand as disgraceful or shameful. |
| subterfuge |
a stratagem or artifice used to hide, avoid, or deceive. |
| unproductive |
not yielding useful or helpful results; not fruitful. |