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Paradox
A seemingly contradictory statement that is true
Paradoxical
To be taken a self contradictory, yet based on logical reasoning
Patronizing
To treat in a condescending or inferior manner.
Pretentious
An extravagant and usually unwarranted outer show.
Reluctance
Unwilling to act.
Remorse
To feel guilt for wrong doing
Resignation
To passively accept
Rhyme
Corresponding sounds of words
Rhythm
The flow of accented and unaccented syllables.
Sarcasm
A sharply mocking or contradictory statement.
Sarcastically
To be taken as opposite of intention
Satire
Literary form involving humorous criticism of institutions.
Shrewd
Having keen insight
Subservience
To act as a subordinate
Skepticism
Disbelief
Superficial
Concerned with only the obvious
Symbolism
The use of representation
Understatement
An intentional lack of emphasis
Vengeful
To seek revenge
Vindictive
To act in a cruel manner.
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