1984 Chapters 7-8; Part Two: 1-2

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Reverberation

The persistence of a sound after the source has stopped, often used metaphorically to describe the lasting effects of actions or events.

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indoctrinate

to teach a person or group to accept a set of beliefs uncritically, often through repetitive instruction or propaganda.

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subjection 

the act of bringing someone under control or domination, often involving oppression or loss of freedom.

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subjugate

to bring under control or domination, often through force or coercion.

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palpable 

easily perceived or noticeable; tangible.

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pugnaciously 

in a manner that is eager to fight or argue; aggressively combative.

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incriminate 

to make someone appear guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.

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lassitude 

a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy or vitality.

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rectification 

the action of correcting or making right something that is wrong or erroneous.

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fatuous

silly and pointless; lacking intelligence or awareness.

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pediment 

a triangular upper part of a building, typically above the entrance, often adorned with sculptures or reliefs.

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extricate 

to free someone or something from a constraint or difficulty.

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etiolated 

having lost vigor or vitality; weak or feeble, often due to lack of light.

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incredulity 

the state of being unwilling or unable to believe something.

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obeisance

a gesture of respect or submission, often involving bowing or deference.

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virtuosity 

great skill or artistry in a particular field, especially in music or the arts.

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sedition

conduct or speech inciting rebellion against authority, particularly the government.

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sycophant

a person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage; a flatterer.

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axiom

a statement or proposition that is regarded as being self-evidently true, serving as a starting point for further reasoning or arguments.

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imposture

the act of pretending to be someone else to deceive others, often for personal gain.

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