| desideratum |
something that is needed or wanted. |
| determinism |
the belief or teaching that every effect, including human thoughts and actions, is completely and predictably brought about by preceding causes and that, therefore, free will does not exist. |
| flagitious |
viciously or shamefully wicked; infamous. |
| immaculate |
not dirty; completely clean. |
| incredulous |
not able to believe something. |
| indistinct |
not clearly perceived or perceiving. |
| insouciant |
having no cares or anxieties; light-hearted; carefree. |
| magnum opus |
a great work of art, literature, or music, especially a particular person's masterpiece. |
| omnibus |
concerning or including a large collection of things. |
| oppugn |
to oppose, contradict, criticize, or call into question. |
| pathos |
a quality in life or art that evokes pity, sadness, or compassion. |
| picayune |
having little value or significance; small; paltry. |
| spurn |
to reject, refuse, or treat with scorn; disdain; despise. |
| unabashed |
not feeling or showing embarrassment, uneasiness, or shame. |
| untoward |
unexpected and unfortunate. |