Name that Word
(noun) a lengthy and aggressive speech.
(verb) lecture (someone) at length in an aggressive and critical manner.
harangue
He asked the priest to give him ________ for his sins.
absolution
What does JINGOISTIC (adj) mean?
characterized by extreme patriotism,extreme chauvinism or nationalism
What is a synonym for ABSOLUTION?
forgiveness, pardon
adjective
(verb) exposes the falseness or hollowness of (a myth, idea, or belief)
debunk
There are scams that often _______ the desperate out of their last dollar of savings and their last ounce of hope.
bilk
What does SYCOPHANT (n) mean?
someone who uses flattery to get what they want from an authority figure
What is a synonym of PLACID?
calm, tranquil
blasphemy
noun
(verb) express discontent or sorrow over
bemoan
I violence and am deeply committed to reconciliation.
abhor
What does MISOGYNIST (n) mean?
someone who hates women
What is a synonym for TALISMAN?
charm
debunk
verb
(adjective) showing great knowledge or learning
erudite
The __________ child offered all of her birthday money to fix the window she broke.
contrite
What does DERIDE (v) mean?
to verbally rip apart
What is a synonym of NOXIOUS?
poisonous, dangerous, toxic
harangue
verb
(adjective) argumentative and uncooperative
cantankerous
He has an __________ hatred for his political opponents.
implacable
What does REPLETE (adj) mean?
filled or well-supplied with something
What is a synonym of BOVINE?
slow, dimwitted
acuity
noun