| cogent |
convincing, or compelling by virtue of a strong argument or clear presentation. |
| conscript |
a military recruit summoned by draft; draftee. |
| derogatory |
having the purpose or effect of detracting; disparaging. |
| disaffect |
to cause to lose affection for, loyalty to, or contentment in an idea, a person, or an organization such as a government; alienate. |
| indiscriminate |
lacking in judgment and discernment; making no distinctions. |
| judicious |
characterized by or using sound judgment; wise; prudent. |
| posthumous |
beginning, occurring, or continuing after one's death. |
| profess |
to claim or state as true. |
| subtlety |
the quality or condition of being difficult to detect or define. |
| sunder |
to tear, force, or break apart; divide. |
| tempestuous |
characterized by disturbance or commotion; stormy; turbulent. |
| tortuous |
changing direction frequently; twisting, winding, or crooked, as a path. |
| unguided |
without someone to lead or escort. |
| winnow |
to sift through, or separate out the desired or worthwhile from the undesired or worthless part of, as by critical analysis. |
| zenith |
the highest point; peak. |