Verbs
Strive to equal or match, especially by imitating.
What is "emulate¨?
Find repugnant; regard with disgust and hatred.
What is "abhor"?
Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor.
What is "facetious"?
The belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.
What is "altruism"?
Exclude (someone) from a society or group.
What is ¨ostracize¨?
To prove to be false or erroneous, as an opinion or charge.
What is "refute"?
Intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
What is "didactic"?
Severe self-discipline and avoidance of all forms of indulgence, typically for religious reasons.
What is "asceticism"?
Conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs.
What is ¨dissemble¨?
Express strong or vehement of disapproval (typically in a formal statement).
What is "censure"?
Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.
What is "brusque"?
An utterance, discourse, or address conveying urgent advice or recommendations.
What is "exhortation"?
Appease the anger/anxiety of someone.
What is ¨mollify¨?
Weaken mentally or morally.
What is "enervate"?
Tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having had too much of something.
What is "jaded"?
A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad.
What is "compunction"?
Formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief.
What is ¨abjure¨?
Attribute or credit to. Represent (something, especially something undesirable) as being done, caused, or possessed by someone.
What is "impute"?
Having a limited or narrow outlook or scope.
What is "parochial"?
Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.
What is "equanimity"?