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Contemplation
looking thoughtfully at something for a long time
The road is too busy for leisurely contemplation of the scenery.
Decree
A Command, like from a king
“The royal decree guaranteed freedom of assembly.”
Controversial
a public disagreement
“Capital punishment is controversial because many people believe all killing is wrong.”
Conundrum
A confusing and difficult problem
A conundrum for the experts is developing a vaccine for COVID-19.
Conniving
Scheming
“The conniving boy try to sell his Skylanders for $2000 to that little kid.“
Conventional
Accepted by most people
“It used to be conventional to shake each other‘s hands when meeting for the first time, but this is now no longer the case.“
Counsel
Advice
With wise counsel a couple can buy a home that is appreciated in value.
Cunning
Sly
Swiper for ”Dora the Explorer” is cunning.
Dawdle
Waste time
I couldn’t dawdle over my coffee any longer.
Defiant
Resistant
He was in a defiant mood.