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| aftermath | n. A consequence or result, often a negative one. |
| aphorism | n. A short statement or truth or principle; as adage. |
| catharsis | n. A releasing of the emotions, often through the arts, that brings about spiritual renewal or a relieving of tension. |
| cohort | n. 1. A group that is moving or working together. 2. One who assists another, especially in a dubious or criminal activity; an accomplice. |
| culpable | adj. Deserving blame or censure. |
| diabolical | adj. Devilish; wicked or evil. |
| enormity | n. 1. The state or quality of being immoderate, monstrous, or outrageous. 2. The state or quality of being huge, immense. |
| gibe | v. To utter taunting, sarcastic words. n. A taunting, scornful remark. |
| innocuous | adj. Harmless; unlikely to offend. |
| necessitate | v. To require; to make necessary. |
| odyssey | n. 1. A long, adventurous journey. 2. An intellectual or spiritual quest. |
| partisan | n. 1. A strong supporter or advocate. 2. An armed fighter opposed to an occupying enemy. adj. Strongly biased in favor of a particular party, cause, or position. |
| posterity | n. A person's descendants; future generations |
| premeditated | adj. FUlly planned beforehand; deliberate. |
| scurrilous | adj. Vulgar; coarsely abusive. |
