| altruistic |
unselfishly devoted to the welfare of others. |
| antipodes |
places directly opposite each other on the surface of the earth, as the North Pole and the South Pole. |
| commensurate |
of equal measure, as extent or duration. |
| gainsay |
to deny or contradict. |
| homogeneous |
having all parts of the same or a similar type. |
| incandescent |
giving off light as a result of being heated. |
| materialistic |
being more greatly concerned with things in the world that can be acquired than with spiritual matters or values. |
| provocation |
the act of inciting or challenging another to react. |
| segregate |
to separate or place apart from others. |
| stigmatize |
to label or brand as disgraceful or shameful. |
| tirade |
a long, forceful, or angry speech, often critical or denunciatory in nature; harangue. |
| torpid |
dormant or inactive, as in hibernation. |
| vociferous |
crying out, especially in protest; vocal; clamorous. |
| wheedle |
to try to persuade or influence by coaxing or flattery; cajole. |
| wizened |
shriveled or dried up. |