similar, but not identical
Analogous
state of being uncertain or stuck between two or more options
Ambivalence
to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly; to accept as true, valid, or allow
Concede
extremely plain; stern and cold in appearance or manner; morally strict
Austere
something different from the norm
Anomaly
to overlook, approve, or allow
Condone
satisfied with no desire to change or improve
Complacent
a state of perplexity or doubt
quandary
to provide evidence for; to back up (a claim)
Corroborate
Deficient
lacking in some necessary quality or element
Culmination
the final act or climax
Demur
to object to; to hesitate; delay
Desolate
bare, barren, or empty
(verb) Cajole
to persuade by pleasant words or false promises
Efface
to wipe out; to erase
Elude
to avoid or escape