| abstraction |
the act of removing or separating. |
| cavil |
to make petty criticisms or objections; carp (usually followed by "at" or "about"). |
| culmination |
the highest point; zenith; climax. |
| disputation |
the act or process of arguing or debating a topic. |
| egoism |
the tendency to evaluate everything in relation to one's own interests; self-centeredness. |
| equanimity |
the quality of remaining calm, serene, or unruffled, especially under stress; composure. |
| fanaticism |
excessive or unreasonable enthusiasm or support for something. |
| indolent |
inclined to avoid exertion or effort; lazy. |
| insubordinate |
unwilling to respect or submit to authority; disobedient. |
| irrevocable |
impossible to take back, undo, or cancel. |
| malady |
an illness of the body or mind. |
| savory1 |
having a pleasant taste or smell; appetizing. |
| stint |
to refrain from spending; to be sparing or frugal. |
| taint |
to slightly corrupt or pollute. |
| tempestuous |
characterized by disturbance or commotion; stormy; turbulent. |