| apogee |
the highest or farthest point. |
| confluence |
a joining of two or more streams, or their point of junction. |
| demean1 |
to lower in esteem, stature, or dignity; degrade. |
| detractor |
one who criticizes or disparages an idea, cause, or person to undermine support or popularity. |
| disinterest |
lack of bias or self-interest; impartiality. |
| linear |
having to do with a line; straight. |
| nonpartisan |
not influenced or determined by the policies or interests of a political party. |
| obsession |
that which preoccupies one's mind or emotions excessively or abnormally. |
| odorous |
having or giving off a distinctive or strong smell. |
| prurient |
characterized by or causing lewdness or lust. |
| remonstrance |
the act or an instance of protesting or objecting. |
| rile |
to make angry; irritate or annoy. |
| simplistic |
excessively simplified, as to be unrealistic. |
| susceptible |
easily influenced or impressed (usually followed by "to"). |
| venturesome |
tending to take risks; brave. |