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noun a small group, often of military officers, acting as the rulers of a nation, esp. provisionally after the overthrow of a previous government.The military junta stripped away many of the rights…

adjective tending to act on impulse; subject to whim or caprice; erratic and unpredictable.The young prince was spoiled and capricious and could not be relied upon to carry out his duties.The gods…

adjective having or expressing warmth, depth, or intensity of feeling.The leaders expressed a fervent desire for peace. See the full entry

adverb in an important or central way; fundamentally; at heart.He has done some bad things, but he is basically a good person. See the full entry