| abhorrence |
a feeling of complete loathing, repulsion, or horror. |
| abridge |
to make shorter. |
| anomalous |
differing from the norm, standard, or common type or rule; abnormal. |
| exigent |
requiring immediate attention; urgent or critical. |
| frivolous |
unworthy of serious consideration or merit; trivial or silly. |
| gusto |
vigorous or hearty enjoyment or appreciation. |
| hypocrite |
a person who pretends to be different or better than he or she really is. Someone who does not act according to his or her stated beliefs is a hypocrite. |
| instigate |
to purposely agitate or incite; provoke; foment. |
| medley |
a musical piece that uses the melodies from several different pieces of music. |
| oratory1 |
the art of public speaking. |
| portend |
to serve as a sign or warning of; bode. |
| preoccupation |
the state of being completely engrossed or absorbed in thought. |
| repartee |
a quick, clever reply; witty retort. |
| subside |
to become less; decrease. |
| viscous |
having an adhesive, gluey consistency that resists flow. |