| abhorrence |
a feeling of complete loathing, repulsion, or horror. |
| anathema |
something or someone despised or cursed. |
| anonymous |
having an unknown name or identity. |
| condescension |
patronizing, arrogant behavior or attitude. |
| credential |
something that entitles one to confidence, credit, privilege, or authority. |
| demur |
to object or indicate opposition to something. |
| dogmatist |
one who asserts opinions or beliefs as though they were facts. |
| ennui |
a general feeling of boredom and dissatisfaction, especially with all aspects of life. |
| gist |
the essential part or idea, as of an argument or written work. |
| glib |
speaking or prone to speak easily and fluently, especially in a careless or thoughtless manner, with little concern for the truth. |
| imbibe |
to take up or consume by drinking. |
| languid |
lacking or not showing strength, energy, or spirit; weak, slow, or listless. |
| perseverance |
steadfast continuance in a course of action, task, or belief. |
| revert |
to return to a previous state, practice, belief, or the like. |
| vindicate |
to free from an accusation, suspicion, or doubt by indisputable proof. |