| abscond |
to leave suddenly and secretly, especially to avoid observation or capture. |
| altruism |
unselfish concern for the well-being of others. |
| ardor |
very strong feelings; passion; fervor. |
| bilk |
to defraud or swindle, especially by avoiding due or promised payment. |
| conformist |
one who tends to act in accordance or compliance with established standards or norms. |
| heretic |
a person who maintains unorthodox religious opinions or beliefs, especially a baptized Roman Catholic who dissents from official church doctrine. |
| illicit |
not permitted by custom or law; illegitimate. |
| malignant |
meant to cause harm; evil. |
| predecessor |
a person who holds a position or job before another person. |
| presumptuous |
excessively bold or forward. |
| prevaricate |
to lie, mislead, or conceal the truth deliberately. |
| reaffirm |
to verify by asserting again. |
| rebate |
a part of a payment that is returned. |
| typify |
to be the representative example of. |
| vapid |
lacking spirit, life, or flavor; dull; uninteresting. |