| acclamation |
enthusiastic applause; loud expression of approval. |
| bulwark |
a wall or wall-like structure, often made of earth and used for defense; rampart. |
| cubicle |
any very small room or partitioned space, as in an office or dormitory. |
| cynicism |
an attitude of doubt or mistrust toward human nature and the possibility of good or selfless motives. |
| gratify |
to please; satisfy. |
| harangue |
a long, vehement, and often pompous speech or piece of writing, especially such a speech delivered in public; tirade. |
| inviolable |
absolutely not to be breached, dishonored or profaned. |
| jubilation |
a feeling of great joy, pride, and happiness; exultation. |
| nonexistent |
not having substance in reality. |
| obtuse |
not keen or quick to notice, feel, or comprehend; dull or insensitive. |
| parry |
to deflect or knock aside (a blow or stroke), as with one's weapon in fencing. |
| provincial |
limited in outlook; narrow-minded. |
| recession1 |
a period of reduced or declining economic activity. |
| sacrilege |
the violation, profane treatment, or destruction of some place or thing that is considered to be holy. |
| unvaried |
marked by a lack of diversity; never changing. |