| abate |
to become less in amount or intensity. |
| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| conservatism |
a general preference for the traditional; disinclination to change. |
| contemptuous |
feeling or expressing angry disgust, as at something unworthy or wicked; scornful. |
| docile |
obedient and easy to manage. |
| dysfunctional |
of a relationship, family, or social group, not working normally or in a way beneficial to all. |
| finite |
limited in number, quantity, or duration; capable of being measured. (Cf. infinite.) |
| lithe |
characterized by light, graceful, flexible movements. |
| morbid |
in an unhealthy, gloomy mental state; preoccupied with sickness, abnormality, or death. |
| namesake |
one who has been named after another. |
| respite |
a period of rest, especially from something difficult or unpleasant. |
| scathing |
harshly condemning; brutal. |
| sodden |
drenched with liquid; saturated; soaked. |
| transgression |
the act or an instance of violating a law, religious commandment, or the like; sin; crime; trespass. |
| undermine |
to gradually, secretly, or imperceptibly weaken and destroy. |