| counterbalance |
to balance or offset with an equal force or influence; counterpoise. |
| eccentricity |
an odd or peculiar behavior, habit, interest, or the like. |
| exchangeable |
capable of being interchanged with or given in return for another. |
| generalize |
to come to a broad idea or rule about something after considering particular facts. |
| offhand |
done without thinking or preparing ahead of time. |
| paradox |
a statement that contradicts or seems to contradict itself, yet often expresses a truth, such as "Less is more". |
| peccadillo |
a minor sin or offense, or a slight fault. |
| promulgate |
to explain or give instruction in (a doctrine) in public; advocate. |
| propaganda |
information or opinions that are made public to promote or attack a movement, cause, or person. |
| quandary |
a situation of uncertainty, puzzlement, or hesitation; dilemma. |
| simplistic |
excessively simplified, as to be unrealistic. |
| stymie |
throw an obstacle in the way of (something or someone); impede; thwart. |
| turbid |
clouded or murky because of stirred-up particles or sediment; muddy. |
| utilitarian |
of, concerning, or aiming at usefulness. |
| zenith |
the highest point; peak. |