| ardor |
very strong feelings; passion; fervor. |
| arrogance |
the condition or quality of being arrogant; having too much pride or belief in one's superiority. |
| catechism |
a summary of the principles of a religion, especially Christianity, in the form of questions and answers. |
| cogitate |
to think over something carefully or at length. |
| contemptuous |
feeling or expressing angry disgust, as at something unworthy or wicked; scornful. |
| discernible |
able to be perceived or distinguished. |
| implicit |
implied rather than directly stated. |
| induce |
to persuade or influence, as to a course of action. |
| insular |
closed to new ideas; narrow-minded. |
| preoccupy |
to absorb the entire time or attention of. |
| probity |
proven trustworthiness; honesty; integrity. |
| rhetoric |
the art, ability, or study of using language effectively in speech or writing, especially to influence or persuade one's audience. |
| statute |
a law made by a legislature, as opposed to one established by the courts. |
| timorous |
showing or marked by fear; fearful; timid. |
| unqualified |
lacking the appropriate knowledge or qualifications. |