| castigation |
the act of rebuking, severely criticizing, or punishing, especially in a public forum. |
| emancipate |
to free from slavery or other control. |
| grandeur |
the quality of being majestic or splendid. |
| gratify |
to please; satisfy. |
| humility |
the quality or state of being humble; modesty about one's status or accomplishments. |
| invoke |
to call out to (a god, muse, or the like) for help, support, protection, or inspiration. |
| multifaceted |
having several aspects or stages; complex or various. |
| obnoxious |
offensive or not pleasant. |
| perpetrate |
to commit or carry out (a crime, act of mischief, or the like). |
| potable |
fit for drinking. |
| proliferate |
to spread or increase quickly. |
| reimburse |
to pay back for (expenses or losses incurred). |
| unsubstantiated |
lacking the evidence or verification needed to establish as true. |
| volition |
the act of willing, deciding, or choosing. |
| witticism |
a clever, often perceptive joke, insult, or saying. |