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Censure

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An expression of disapproval

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Infamy

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Extremely bad reputation

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Dexterously

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Skillful in the use of hands

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Augment

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Enlarge or increase

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Benevolent

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Kind, generous, or charitable

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Deride

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Treat as inferior and unworthy of respect

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Discord

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Conflict or disagreement

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Discourse

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A serious speech, writing, or conversation on a particular topic

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Disdain

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A lack of respect

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Erudite

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Having or showing deep scholarly knowledge

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Fastidious

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Giving careful attention to detail

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Fetter

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To restrain or hinder

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Guile

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Cunning and deceitful

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Malicious

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Wanting to see others suffer

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Mitigate

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Make less harmful or unpleasant

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Obscure

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Not known to many people; not clearly seen or understood

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Pious

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Behaving in a highly moral or religious manner

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Prudent

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Sensible and careful

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Tenacious

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Persistent and unyielding

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Venerate

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Regard with feelings of respect and reverence

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Zeal

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Active interest and enthusiasm