| backlash |
a strong reaction against some prior development, especially political or social change. |
| cite |
to use the words of someone else; quote. |
| connoisseur |
a person with the experience, expertise, and sense of appreciation to make informed judgments in a fine art or in matters of taste. |
| dross |
anything that is worthless or useless; rubbish. |
| idealist |
a person with high or noble principles, goals, or codes of action. |
| imperceptible |
so gradual or subtle as to be unnoticed or unnoticeable. |
| iniquity |
great injustice or wickedness. |
| platitude |
an overused, dull, or trivial remark; hackneyed expression; cliché. |
| regenerate |
to grow (new tissue or parts) to replace lost or injured tissue or parts. |
| repertory |
a stock of skills, talents, or performing pieces; repertoire. |
| skeptical |
having or showing doubt; questioning. |
| temperance |
habitual moderation in the use of alcoholic drink, or complete abstinence. |
| theocracy |
a form of government in which a god or gods are acknowledged as the ultimate authority. |
| touchstone |
a test or standard by which to evaluate the worth of something. |
| volition |
the act of willing, deciding, or choosing. |