ev #4 pt. 2

sieve

a tool with small holes used to separate finer particles from larger ones

insidious

gradually causing harm in a way that is difficult to notice

profusion

an abundant or excessive amount of something

skepticism

an attitude of doubt or questioning toward accepted beliefs

denounce

to publicly condemn or criticize something

bewilderment

a state of confusion or uncertainty

contempt

a feeling that someone or something is worthless or deserving of disrespect

subconscious

existing or operating beneath conscious awareness

aristocracy

a privileged social class traditionally associated with inherited wealth or power

intellectual

related to thinking, reasoning, and understanding complex ideas

fervor

intense enthusiasm, passion, or conviction

paradox

a seemingly contradictory statement or situation that may reveal a deeper truth

discourse

serious discussion or communication about a particular subject

apathy

a lack of interest, concern, or emotional involvement

perfunctory

performed with little effort, interest, or attention

incredulity

an unwillingness or inability to believe something

reverberate

to echo repeatedly or produce a continuing effect

relentless

continuing without stopping or becoming less intense

condemnation

strong disapproval or the act of declaring something wrong

futility

the quality of being useless or incapable of producing a desired result