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nouns list 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| anomaly | an irregularity |
| antipathy | a firm dislike |
| antithesis | the direct opposite |
| celerity | swiftness |
| chaos | complete disorder |
| disdain | contempt |
| entourage | group of followers |
| fallacy | false idea |
| heretic | one who holds opinions opposed to establishment |
| hyperbole | exaggeration |
| innovation | new method |
| largesse | generosity |
| malapropism | humorous misuse of a word |
| microcosm | the world in miniature |
| nemesis | one who inflicts vengeance |
| obeisance | proper respect |
| pacifist | one who opposes war |
| panacea | cureall |
| parody | a satirical imitation |
| proclivity | inclination toward something |
| raconteur | good story teller |
| ruse | trick |
| schism | division |
| solace | comfort |
| transgression | an offense |