dak trih neIr dogmatically adhering to a doctrine or theory, regardless of its practicality. He is so doctrinaire in his belief that prisons are evil that he overlooks the need to protect…
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peal
pil noun 1. a loud ringing of bells, esp. bells of different tones. At noon the peal of bells fills the square. 2. a loud prolonged noise, as of thunder, laughter, or…
trenchant
tren ch@nt adjective 1. incisive or penetrating, as perception or wit. This keenly perceptive remark, both sharp and full of truth, is just one example of the writer’s trenchant wit. 2.vigorous and…
flak
flaek noun 1. antiaircraft fire, esp. the bursting shells of such fire. “Now they were greeted by a few bursts of fire, but no heavy flak came at them.” (Rutherford George Montgomery,…
indolent
In d@ l@nt 1. inclined to avoid exertion or effort; lazy. He withdrew his support from his indolent son, saying it was time for him to accept adult responsibility. 2. caused or…