| apocalypse |
any instance of terrible destruction and devastation, especially on a scale that could bring about an end to the world. |
| atheist |
a person who believes that there is no god or gods. |
| bilk |
to defraud or swindle, especially by avoiding due or promised payment. |
| impel |
to drive or incite to action. |
| imperfection |
a flaw or fault. |
| inquisitive |
given to asking and inquiring; eager to learn. |
| juxtaposition |
the state of being placed side by side, especially for the purposes of comparison and contrast. |
| mercenary |
interested only in money and material gain. |
| particularity |
precise or detailed character. |
| patron |
a regular customer of a shop, restaurant, or some other business. |
| scanty |
barely adequate; meager. |
| uncouth |
lacking manners or refinement; rude, vulgar, or gauche. |
| veracity |
conformance to fact; accuracy; truth. |
| vituperate |
to condemn sharply; blame; berate. |