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Allegory
A narrative technique in which characters and events represent broader concepts and moral meanings, often conveying a deeper message about human existence or society.
Anglophile
A person who has a strong admiration and love for England and its culture.
Antiquated
Outdated or obsolete in style, ideas, or practices.
Apertures
Openings or openings in a surface that allow light or other elements to pass through.
Auspicious
Conducive to success; favorable conditions.
Broach
To raise a sensitive or difficult topic for discussion.
Cached
Stored data for quick access.
Cacophony
A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
Calumny
The making of false statements about someone with the intent to damage their reputation.
Cavernous
Having a large, hollow space or being deep and wide, often used to describe a dark and echoing area.
Charlatan
A person who pretends to have skills or knowledge they do not possess, typically to deceive others.
Conjecture
An opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information; a speculation or guess.
Connotation
An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning.
Conscious
Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; having an awareness of one's thoughts and feelings.
Contingency
A future event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty. In planning, it refers to measures taken to manage potential outcomes.
Convivial
Friendly, lively, and enjoyable; characterized by a festive atmosphere.
Copious
Large in quantity; abundant.
Coruscated
Sparks of light or flashes, often used to describe shimmering or glittering effects.
Counterintuitive
Something that goes against common sense or intuition; often surprising or unexpected in its nature.
Daunting
Intimidating or causing fear, often due to size or complexity.
Deign
To do something considered beneath one's dignity; to condescend.
Despicable
Worthy of strong disdain or disgust; morally reprehensible.
Inundated
Overwhelmed with a large amount of something, often water or information.
Latency
The period between the onset of a stimulus and the response; often refers to a delay in communication or data transfer.