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decorum
behavior that is socially correct, polite, and respectable
inarticulate
unable to speak distinctly or express oneself clearly.
formulate
create or devise methodically (a strategy or a proposal)
tempestuous
characterized by strong and turbulent or conflicting emotion.
digress
leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.
appall
greatly dismay or horrify.
gibbering
speaking rapidly and unintelligibly, typically through fear or shock.
incantation
a series of words said as a magic spell or charm
undermine
erode the base or foundation of (a rock formation).
lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of, especially gradually or insidiously
compulsion
the action or state of forcing or being forced to do something; constraint.
tremulous
shaking or quivering slightly
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.
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.
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.
perpetuate
make (something, typically an undesirable situation or an unfounded belief) continue indefinitely.
preserve (something valued) from oblivion or extinction.