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alliance
the state of being confederated
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bewildered
perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements
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buffoon
a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior
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controversial
marked by or capable of arousing disagreement
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disheartened
made less hopeful or enthusiastic
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hostile
characterized by enmity or ill will
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fruitless
unproductive of success
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inflammable
easily ignited
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inflict
impose something unpleasant
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malignant
dangerous to health
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mortify
cause to feel shame
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orthodox
adhering to what is commonly accepted
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procure
get by special effort
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scurry
move about or proceed hurriedly
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sodden
wet through and through; thoroughly wet
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spirited
displaying animation, vigor, or liveliness
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virtual
being actually such in almost every respect
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void
an empty area or space
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wayward
resistant to guidance or discipline
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wince
draw back, as with fear or pain
Created on April 17, 2012
(updated April 20, 2012)
(updated April 20, 2012)