| backlash |
a strong reaction against some prior development, especially political or social change. |
| dirge |
a song or hymn for a funeral or memorial for the dead. |
| indigenous |
being the people or animals that originally lived and may continue to live in a particular country or region. |
| infatuate |
to cause a foolish and irrational passion or attachment in (someone). |
| infidel |
one who does not believe in or accept a religious faith, especially that of Christianity or Islam. |
| kindred |
a group of related people, such as a tribe or clan. |
| nepotism |
favoritism shown to a near relative, as in preferential hiring or patronage. |
| obtuse |
not keen or quick to notice, feel, or comprehend; dull or insensitive. |
| propaganda |
information or opinions that are made public to promote or attack a movement, cause, or person. |
| putrid |
of, concerning, or exhibiting rot or decomposition. |
| quorum |
the number of members that an organization's rules require to attend a meeting in order for voting or other business to take place. |
| repugnance |
strong dislike, distaste, or aversion. |
| spontaneous |
happening in a free way; not forced. |
| tout |
to publicize flatteringly and boastfully. |
| vindictive |
desirous of revenge; vengeful. |