| ambidextrous |
able to use both the left and right hands with equal skill. |
| animus |
a feeling or attitude of enmity. |
| diatribe |
a bitter, abusive attack in speech or writing. |
| expiation |
the act or the means of making amends, as for a sin or crime. |
| foment |
to encourage the development of; instigate or foster. |
| internecine |
of or pertaining to conflict, discord, or struggle within a group. |
| magnum opus |
a great work of art, literature, or music, especially a particular person's masterpiece. |
| malapropism |
the humorous or ridiculous misuse of a word, especially by using a word that sounds similar to the correct word, but whose meaning is inappropriate. |
| obfuscate |
to make (something) seem or be difficult to understand; obscure or darken. |
| opprobrious |
expressing condemnation or scorn; accusing of shameful behavior. |
| paroxysm |
a sudden strong outburst of feelings or actions. |
| shunt |
to turn or move aside or out of the way; divert. |
| shyster |
a person, usually a lawyer, who uses underhanded, unethical methods. |
| stately |
dignified. |
| veneration |
a feeling of great respect; awe; reverence. |