Vocabulary #2 - APLANG

Bombastic

writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means 

Expedient

advantageous, usefulor suitable for achieving a particular end

Non-sequitur

a statement that does not logically correlate with the argument at hand

Whataboutism

To deflect criticism or questions by changing the subject

Quandary

A state of perplexity or doubt uncertainty of where one is

Vilify

To utter slanderous and abusive statements against an individual; defame

Conflagration

huge and a destructive event

Convival

big energy; friendly

Injunction

An authortative warning or order

Neophyte

Beginner; someone new to something

Stolid

(of a person) calm, dependable, and showing too little emotion

Virtuoso

A person of highly skilled in music or another artistic purpose