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Enmity

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A feeling or condition of hostility

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Encomium

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A formal expression of praise; a tribute

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Esoteric

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Understood by or meant for only the select few who have special knowledge

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Fetters

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A chain or shackle place on the feet

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Idyll

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A simple descriptive or narrative piece in verse or prose

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Imprudence

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Lacking discretion; in cautious

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Ineptitude

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The quality or condition of awkward clumsy or without skill

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Inequitable

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Unjust or unfair

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Inquisitive

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Given to inquiry

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Maverick

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Nonconformist, independent

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Mirth

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Amusement or laughter

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Obstinate

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Firmly or stubbornly adhering to one’s purpose

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Ominous

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Portending evil or harm; foreboding

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Opprobrious

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Outrageously disgraceful or shameful

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Overstatement

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To state too strongly; exaggerate

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