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speculative

an opinion based on theories, guesses and not solid facts

dystopia

an imagined state of the world where society is characterized as suffering and in a bad state (opposite of utopia)

fascism

a political ideology characterized by authoritarian nationalism, centralized control, and suppression of opposition.

socialism

an economic and political system where the means of production are owned or regulated by the community as a whole, aiming for equal distribution of wealth.

stolid

showing little or no emotion; unemotional or calm.

singed

a burn on the skin

totalitarianism

a political system where the state holds total authority over the society and seeks to control all aspects of public and private life.

tallow

a rendered form of animal fat used in making candles, soap, and as a cooking fat.

peculiar

something strange or weird

stratum

a layer or series of layers of rock or soil.

conjure

to summon or bring into existence as if by magic; to invoke a spirit.

inclined

to be obligated to do something

conscience

the sense to do good or right

meloncoly

a state of deep sadness or sorrow; a feeling of pensive sadness.

cogs

the gear

murmur

the talk quietly

abyss

a deep or seemingly bottomless chasm; a profound depth of sorrow or despair.

feigning

the act of pretending or giving a false appearance