| backlash |
a strong reaction against some prior development, especially political or social change. |
| desirous |
having a wish or a longing for something. |
| disparage |
to depreciate or belittle, especially in speech. |
| fabricate |
to construct or create. |
| illustrious |
highly renowned; celebrated; glorious. |
| incision |
a cut made during surgery. |
| integral |
being an essential part of the whole. |
| interdependent |
relying on or needing one another. |
| loquacious |
given to talking much or excessively; garrulous. |
| paraphernalia |
(used with a singular or plural verb) furnishings or equipment, especially that used in a particular job or activity. |
| reminiscent |
having qualities or characteristics that remind one of someone or something (usually followed by "of"). |
| severance |
the act, process, or result of breaking off or separating. |
| spar2 |
to make boxing movements without hitting hard, as for practice or in fun. |
| sporadic |
occurring irregularly or in a thinly scattered manner in time or space. |
| utilitarian |
of, concerning, or aiming at usefulness. |