| agnostic |
one who believes it is impossible to know anything about the existence or nonexistence of God or about the essential nature of things beyond the material universe. |
| ardor |
very strong feelings; passion; fervor. |
| counterpoint |
a method of composing or arranging music in which diverse but harmonious melodies are played at the same time. |
| credential |
something that entitles one to confidence, credit, privilege, or authority. |
| execrable |
of very poor quality; extremely inferior. |
| glib |
speaking or prone to speak easily and fluently, especially in a careless or thoughtless manner, with little concern for the truth. |
| integral |
being an essential part of the whole. |
| kindred |
a group of related people, such as a tribe or clan. |
| magnitude |
size or extent. |
| monotony |
tiresome lack of variation. |
| perturb |
to cause great disturbance in (the mind); agitate or worry. |
| quip |
a short, humorous, clever, and often sarcastic utterance. |
| recession1 |
a period of reduced or declining economic activity. |
| tepid |
not quite warm; lukewarm. |
| unassailable |
not open to attack, doubt, or denial. |