JM VOCAB 2

anomaly

anomaly

something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected

aptitude

a natural ability to do something

contentious

causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial

precariously

in a way that is not securely in a position and is likely to fail or collapse

perjury

the offense of willfully telling a untruth in a court after taking an oath

candid

truthful and straightforward; frank

impunity

exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action

egregious

outstandingly bad; shocking

coerce

persuade (an unwilling person) to do something by using force or threats

anonymity

the condition fo being anonymous

myriad

a countless or extremely great number

recidivism

the tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend

proliferate

increase rapidly in number; multiple

terse

sparingly in the use of words; abrupt

defamation

the action of damaging the good reputation of someone

malice

the intention of desire to do evil; ill will

preeminent

surprising all others; very distinguished in some way

pervasive

(especially of an unwelcome influence or physical effect) spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people

prudent

acting with or sharing care and thought for the future

reciprocal

given, felt, or done in return