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contingent
conditional; dependent (upon circumstance)
imperious
domineering; dictatorial
genteel
refined in manner
officious
unduly forward in offering help; interfering, intrusive
graphic
presented in vivid detail
indulgent
lenient; disposed to overlook faults in oneself or another
irrevocable
unalterable
judicious
wise; based on sound judgement
instigate
start; provoke
loquacious
talkative
magnate
person of rank or eminence in a specified area
disinterested
unbiased by personal interest; unprejudiced
dissipate
expend foolishly; to (cause to) gradually disappear or waste
modicum
limited quantity
nemesis
a formidable and usually victorious opponent