| abhorrence |
a feeling of complete loathing, repulsion, or horror. |
| avuncular |
of, concerning, or like an uncle; kind; benevolent. |
| complaisance |
willingness to please. |
| dogmatic |
asserting beliefs and opinions as though they were proven facts. |
| focal |
of or relating to focus. |
| garner |
to accumulate, acquire, or receive in abundance. |
| itinerary |
a detailed plan of travel. |
| mettle |
toughness of character; courage. |
| pessimist |
one who usually expects a bad outcome. |
| progression |
the act of moving forward or onward. |
| proliferate |
to spread or increase quickly. |
| quandary |
a situation of uncertainty, puzzlement, or hesitation; dilemma. |
| repugnance |
strong dislike, distaste, or aversion. |
| temperance |
habitual moderation in the use of alcoholic drink, or complete abstinence. |
| unassailable |
not open to attack, doubt, or denial. |