| contention |
a point asserted in argument or debate. |
| decimation |
the act of destroying a large part or number of something. |
| electrify |
to shock, startle, or excite. |
| frenetic |
frantic; frenzied. |
| impending |
about to occur or appear. |
| incipient |
starting to exist or become apparent; in an early stage of development. |
| jubilation |
a feeling of great joy, pride, and happiness; exultation. |
| paean |
a song or hymn sung as an expression of praise. |
| peripheral |
related but not essential. |
| preeminent |
surpassing others in importance and prominence; foremost. |
| proximity |
the condition, quality, or fact of being near or close; nearness. |
| revile |
to speak about or speak to with hostile insults; disparage or abuse. |
| tacit |
suggested, implied, or understood, without being expressed in words. |
| uproarious |
causing loud or uncontrollable laughter; hilarious. |
| upshot |
the most important issue, result, or conclusion. |