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TermDefinition
wellspring A source or origin of something, especially something valuable or continuous (e.g., “a wellspring of creativity”).
flay To strip off the skin; or to criticize someone harshly.
myopic Short-sighted; lacking foresight or imagination.
travesty A distorted or absurd imitation; a mockery.
banish To send someone away as punishment; to expel or get rid of.
taciturn Habitually quiet and reserved; saying little.
vortex A whirling mass of fluid or air; metaphorically, a situation full of turbulence or chaos.
castigate To criticize or punish someone severely.
pragmatic Dealing with things sensibly and practically rather than theoretically.
escapade A daring or adventurous act, often mischievous.
ravage To cause severe and extensive damage or destruction.
empirical Based on observation, experience, or experiment rather than theory.
palaver Prolonged or idle talk; or a fuss or commotion.
incarcerate To imprison or confine.
scant Barely sufficient; not enough or meager.
exodus A mass departure of people.
abscond To leave hurriedly and secretly, often to avoid arrest or capture.
prolific Highly productive; producing many works, results, or offspring.
maelstrom A powerful whirlpool; a situation of violent turmoil or confusion.
impound To seize and take legal custody of something, usually by authority.
loquacious Very talkative; fond of talking.
whippersnapper A young, inexperienced person regarded as presumptuous or overconfident.
eulogize To praise highly, especially in speech or writing (often for someone who has died).
resilient Able to recover quickly from difficulties or setbacks
calumny A false and malicious statement meant to damage someone’s reputation.
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