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abject
existing in a low state or condition; showing utter resignation.
partisan
firm adherent to a party, cause, or person; strong, devoted supporter.
ascribe
attribute; refer to a supposed cause or source.
assail
attack.
raconteur
skilled story-teller.
penchant
inclination; liking.
radical
fundamental.
admonition
warning.
rail
scold or criticize in harsh language.
rift
split.
stigma
mark of shame or discredit.
recompense
return for something done.
wry
marked by a clever twist, often with a hint of irony.
yen
strong desire.
accede
agree; give in.