| catechism |
a summary of the principles of a religion, especially Christianity, in the form of questions and answers. |
| derogatory |
having the purpose or effect of detracting; disparaging. |
| dub1 |
to name or call. |
| enclave |
a small territory or country mostly or completely surrounded by another. |
| fatalism |
a belief or doctrine that the events of life are predetermined and cannot be altered by human free will. |
| impasse |
a situation that allows no escape or solution; stalemate. |
| inconsistency |
an instance of contradiction or illogic. |
| liquidate |
to pay off or settle (a debt or the like). |
| materialistic |
being more greatly concerned with things in the world that can be acquired than with spiritual matters or values. |
| mercurial |
volatile in temper; changeable; fickle. |
| odoriferous |
having or spreading a scent, especially a pleasant or fragrant one. |
| pallid |
pale or whitened; lacking color. |
| ponderous |
heavily labored and dull. |
| serenity |
the condition or quality of being untroubled, peaceful, or tranquil. |
| sermonize |
to preach, or to speak as if doing so. |