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Mores

the fixed customs, values, and moral behaviors accepted by a particular social group or culture.Mores are the essential moral customs, values, and traditional behaviors deeply accepted by a society. Eg: In Japan, taking off your shoes before entering a home is one of the country's most important social mores.

Winsome

Attractive; Eg she had winsome eyes

Nuance

a very small difference in meaning, feeling, sound, etc. ; Eg: The artist noticed every nuance in the different shades of blue.

Stoic

Calm and emotionally controlled, especially when facing pain, difficulty, or trouble; someone who doesn't complain or visibly show their emotions. Eg. Despite losing the competition, she remained stoic and congratulated the winner.

Obscure

Not well known, not clearly seen / hidden from view. Eg:

coercion

forcing someone to do something against their will. Eg: The manager used coercion to force the employee to sign the agreement.

Abase

To humble, degrade, or lower yourself so that you appear less important or worthy of respect. Eg: He abased himself by constantly apologizing to his boss, even though he had done nothing wrong.

cacophony

A loud, harsh, unpleasant mixture of different sounds. Eg: The crowded market was filled with a cacophony of shouting vendors, honking cars, and ringing phones.

Abhor

To hate or strongly dislike something. Eg: I absolutely abhor broccoli;

Bereft

Feeling deeply sad and empty because of a loss, or being completely without something. eg: After losing everything she had worked for, she felt bereft.

Broach

to bring up a subject for discussion, especially something difficult or sensitive. Eg: She finally broached the idea of asking her parents for a car.

Brooch

A decorative piece of jewelry that is pinned to clothing. Eg: She wore a beautiful gold brooch on her coat.