| arbitration |
the consideration and decision of an issue or dispute by someone who has the official authority to decide such matters. |
| dissimilar |
not alike; different. |
| dissonant |
not in harmony or agreement; discordant. |
| induce |
to persuade or influence, as to a course of action. |
| intrepid |
feeling or showing no fear; courageous; bold. |
| maul |
to hurt by beating or through other rough treatment. |
| militant |
aggressive or combative in attitude or actions, especially in defense of a cause. |
| opportune |
favorable or suitable, especially in relation to time. |
| orthodox |
of, having to do with, or following what is believed or practiced by most other people. |
| preempt |
to seize or appropriate ahead of others. |
| pundit |
an authoritative, or purportedly authoritative, commentator or critic. |
| revivalist |
suited to or aimed at the purpose of bringing back former beliefs, ideas, or practices. |
| solemnity |
the condition or quality of being grave or serious. |
| trenchant |
incisive or penetrating, as perception or wit. |
| typify |
to be the representative example of. |