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unjust

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unfair

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unmitigated

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absolute; unqualified

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unviel

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to uncover

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upbraid

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(v.) to blame, scold, find fault with

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utilitarian

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useful

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veracity

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truthfulness, honesty

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vestige

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a trace; remnant

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viability

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ability to exist

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vilify

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slander

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virtuoso

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(n.) a person with masterly skill or technique; (adj.) masterly or brilliant

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vitriolic

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(adj.) bitter, sarcastic; highly caustic or biting (like a strong acid)

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wanton

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undisciplined, lewd, lustful

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warrant

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to justify or deserve

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wily

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(adj.) sly, shrewd, cunning

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winsome

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(adj.) charming, attractive, pleasing (often suggesting a childlike charm and innocence)

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zephyr

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a gentle breeze