| absurdity |
the condition or quality of being absurd, of being completely contrary to logic or the normal order of things. |
| criminality |
the condition or fact of being against the law; illegality. |
| disputation |
the act or process of arguing or debating a topic. |
| evocative |
tending or able to call forth images, memories, feelings, and the like. |
| ingrain |
to impress (habits, ideas, values, or the like) deeply and firmly in one's nature or mind. |
| intimacy |
the condition of being close in friendship or otherwise intimate. |
| largess |
liberality in giving, especially money, and often with an implication of the giver's superiority. |
| philanthropist |
one who engages in charitable activities. |
| pilgrimage |
a usually long trip undertaken for religious purposes, such as to visit a holy place. |
| predilection |
an inclination to favor something; partiality or preference. |
| renounce |
to give up (a right or claim) usually by formal declaration or announcement; waive. |
| skiff |
a small, light boat that may have sails but can be rowed by one oarsman. |
| spate |
a sudden rush, outpouring, or flood. |
| spurious |
not genuine, authentic, or valid; false. |
| wrangle |
to win or obtain by quarreling. |