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Antagonist
n - someone
who
opposes
another; an
adversary
Detriment
n-a
disadvantag
e; a loss
drone (v)
to speak in a
monotonous
tone
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drone (n)
a person
who does
menial,
tedious
work; a
continuous,
dull sound
Drudgery
n - tedious,
wearisome
work
Horizontal
adj - parallel
to the
horizon;
level
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Hypocrite
n - a person
who does
not practice
the beliefs
or opinions
that he or
she
professes
Insubordinate
adj - defiant
to authority;
disobedient;
rebellious
Mentor
n - a wise,
trusted
counselor or
advisor
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Oration
n - an
elaborate,
formal
speech
Retract
v - to draw
back or in;
to disavow a
belief or
statement
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Scamper
v - to run
lightly and
hurriedly
Sanctuary
n - a place
of refuge or
safety; a
sacred place
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solace (n)
comfort
amid sorrow
or trouble
solace (v)
to comfort;
to console
Somber
adj - dismal;
bleak
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Zenith
n - the
highest
point; the
peak