| dialectical |
of or using logical analysis or argument that reveals and resolves opposing ideas or contradictions. |
| disavow |
to deny having (knowledge, intention, or the like). |
| dogmatic |
asserting beliefs and opinions as though they were proven facts. |
| encampment |
a place where a rough, temporary living area has been set up. |
| indictment |
the act of being formally accused of a crime by a grand jury, or the condition of being formally accused of a crime by a grand jury. |
| insecurity |
the condition or quality of having insufficient protection or not being safe. |
| lucrative |
producing monetary gain; profitable. |
| marauder |
one who raids or invades in order to plunder. |
| menagerie |
a collection of usually wild or exotic animals, or the place where they are exhibited. |
| pivotal |
critically important or crucial; on which something is contingent. |
| potentate |
a person of great power, such as a ruler. |
| quaff |
to drink, especially deeply and with obvious enjoyment. |
| shroud |
to screen or conceal. |
| sobriety |
abstinence from alcohol; temperance. |
| wholehearted |
without reservation; sincere and enthusiastic. |