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abreast

Side by side and facing the same way.

confound

Cause surprise or confusion in (someone), especially by acting against their expectations.

digression

A temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing.

discrepancy

A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts.

duplicitous

Deceitful.

expedient

A means of attaining an end, especially one that is convenient but considered improper or immoral.

fabricate

Invent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent.

glum

Looking or feeling dejected; morose.

harbinger

A person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another.

intrinsic

Belonging naturally; essential.

largesse

Generosity in bestowing money or gifts upon others.

libertine

A person, especially a man, who behaves without moral principles or a sense of responsibility, especially in sexual matters.

malfeasance

Wrongdoing, especially by a public official.

manifest

Display or show (a quality or feeling) by one's acts or appearance; demonstrate.

minute

A period of time equal to sixty seconds or a sixtieth of an hour.

modish

Conforming to or following what is currently popular and fashionable.

nascent

(especially of a process or organization) just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential.

perennial

A perennial plant.

pious

Devoutly religious.

providential

Occurring at a favorable time; opportune.

prowess

Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.

schism

A split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief.

slander

Make false and damaging statements about (someone)

stalwart

A loyal, reliable, and hardworking supporter or participant in an organization or team.

supplicate

Ask or beg for something earnestly or humbly.

terse

Sparing in the use of words; abrupt.

tirade

A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation.

universal

A person or thing having universal effect, currency, or application.

vanquish

Defeat thoroughly.

woeful

Characterized by, expressive of, or causing sorrow or misery.