| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| carnal |
of or pertaining to the flesh or body, especially sexual appetites and activities. |
| despot |
a ruler who has complete power and authority. |
| evoke |
to call forth or bring out (an image, memory, response, or the like) in the mind or in action. |
| fabricate |
to construct or create. |
| grievous |
causing emotional or physical suffering; painful. |
| lobbyist |
one who attempts, on behalf of a special interest group, to influence the way legislators vote. |
| ostracize |
to exclude or shun, by general agreement of the group imposing the exclusion. |
| punctilious |
strictly adhering to etiquette or formalities. |
| revile |
to speak about or speak to with hostile insults; disparage or abuse. |
| suave |
polished and urbane. |
| tantamount |
equal to or the same as; equivalent. |
| tincture |
an alcohol solution containing a medicinal substance. |
| torrid |
parched or scorched by the sun, as a geographic area. |
| ubiquitous |
being or appearing to be in all places at the same time; omnipresent. |