| altruism |
unselfish concern for the well-being of others. |
| capitalist |
one who supports an economic system in which the means of production and distribution are privately owned, and prices are chiefly determined by open competition in a free market. |
| concurrent |
existing or occurring at the same time. |
| dissertation |
a formal and usually lengthy exposition in speech or writing, especially a detailed report of research by a candidate for a doctoral degree. |
| effigy |
a likeness of a person, usually sculpted, as on a tomb. |
| heartrending |
causing or expressing deep sorrow or anguish. |
| inept |
lacking skill or aptitude; incompetent. |
| inexorable |
not subject to change by any force or influence; unyielding or unrelenting. |
| judicious |
characterized by or using sound judgment; wise; prudent. |
| mentor |
someone who plays an important role in another person's life as a guide and teacher. |
| nebulous |
hazy, confused, or indistinct. |
| pertain |
to relate to or have to do with something. |
| populace |
the people who live in a particular place. |
| redundant |
unnecessarily repetitive. |
| tumultuous |
full of noise, commotion, or disorder; riotous. |