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decorum

behavior that is socially correct, polite, and respectable

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inarticulate

unable to speak distinctly or express oneself clearly.

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formulate

create or devise methodically (a strategy or a proposal)

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tempestuous

characterized by strong and turbulent or conflicting emotion.

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digress

leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.

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appall

greatly dismay or horrify.

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gibbering

speaking rapidly and unintelligibly, typically through fear or shock.

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incantation

a series of words said as a magic spell or charm

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undermine

  • erode the base or foundation of (a rock formation).

  • lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of, especially gradually or insidiously

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compulsion

the action or state of forcing or being forced to do something; constraint.

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tremulous

shaking or quivering slightly

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dignity

  • the state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect

  • a sense of pride in oneself; self-respect.

  • a high or honorable rank or position.

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bristle

noun - a short stiff hair, typically one of those on an animal's skin, a man's face, or a plant.

verb -

  • (of hair or fur) stand upright away from the skin, especially in anger or fear.

  • be covered with or abundant in.

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scorn

noun - the feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt.

verb -

  • feel or express contempt or derision for

  • reject (something) in a contemptuous way.

  • refuse to do something because one is too proud.

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perpetuate

  • make (something, typically an undesirable situation or an unfounded belief) continue indefinitely.

  • preserve (something valued) from oblivion or extinction.