| affront |
something that is said or done on purpose to be rude or mean. |
| bigotry |
intolerance of any group or belief that is not one's own, especially in the form of racial, ethnic, or religious intolerance and prejudice. |
| boor |
a rough-mannered or insensitive person. |
| commentary |
a series of explanatory or interpretive remarks or comments. |
| creditor |
someone to whom money is owed. |
| enclave |
a small territory or country mostly or completely surrounded by another. |
| exemplary |
deserving to be imitated or followed; highly commendable. |
| gusto |
vigorous or hearty enjoyment or appreciation. |
| indiscretion |
lack of judgment, prudence, or restraint, especially in regard to the rights or feelings of other people. |
| liberality |
an attitude of tolerance and respect for individual differences. |
| nullify |
to cause to have no value or consequence. |
| plight1 |
a state or situation, especially an unhappy or unlucky one; predicament. |
| suffice |
to meet the needs, goals, or the like of; be adequate for. |
| truism |
a self-evident statement; platitude. |
| wince |
to draw suddenly back or away from something painful or frightening. |