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anomalous
deviating from the general or common order or type
aspersion
a disparaging remark
bizarre
conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual
brusque
rudely abrupt or blunt in speech or manner
cajole
influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
castigate
inflict severe punishment on
contrive
make or work out a plan for; devise
demagogue
a leader who seeks support by appealing to popular passions
disabuse
free somebody from an erroneous belief
ennui
the feeling of being bored by something tedious
fetter
a shackle for the ankles or feet
heinous
extremely wicked or deeply criminal
immutable
not subject or susceptible to change or variation
insurgent
in opposition to a civil authority or government
megalomania
a psychological state characterized by delusions of grandeur
sinecure
a job that involves minimal duties
surreptitious
marked by quiet and caution and secrecy
transgress
act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
transmute
change or alter in form, appearance, or nature
vicarious
experienced at secondhand
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