| Term | Definition |
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agrarian |
having to do with agriculture or farming |
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antagonist |
one that contends with or opposes another |
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bigotry |
unreasonable zeal in favor of a party, sect, or opinion; excessive prejudice |
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consummate |
to complete, to carry to the utmost degree |
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copious |
abundant; plentiful; in great quantities |
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cryptic |
hidden; secret; having a hidden or ambiguous meaning |
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deferment |
the act of putting off or delaying; postponement |
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exacerbate |
to make more violent, bitter, or severe |
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furtive |
done in a stealthy manner; sly and underhanded |
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laudable |
praiseworthy |
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geology |
the study of the history of the earth and its life, especially as recorded in rocks |
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minimize |
to play down; to keep to a minimum |
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mutation |
the act or progress of changing |
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obsolescence |
the state of being outdated |
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parity |
the state or condition of being the same in power, value or rank; equality |
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pragmatism |
faith in the practical approach |
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provocative |
something that stirs up an action |
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puerile |
childish, silly, immature |
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rectify |
to make right; to correct |
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relentless |
harsh; unmoved by pity; unstoppable |
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venerate |
to look upon with deep respect and reverence |