duelA fight or contest between two people or groups.
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A prearranged combat between two persons."The two politicians had a verbal duel over their differing economic policies."
Any contest or trial of skill or strength."The championship game was a real duel between the two best teams in the league."
scornfulAn expression of contempt or derision
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Full of scorn."She gave him a scornful look when he suggested she should apologize."
trivialOf little value or importance.
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Of little value or importance."Many people make the mistake of dismissing his contributions as trivial."
blasphemyThe act or offense of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things.
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The act or offense of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things."In certain countries, blasphemy is a crime punishable by law."
melancholyA feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.
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A feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause."She felt a strong sense of melancholy after saying goodbye to her best friend."
loathsomeCausing hatred or disgust.
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Causing hatred or disgust; repulsive."His loathsome behavior at the party earned him many detractors."
regretFeel sad, repentant, or disappointed over (something that one has done or failed to do).
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To feel sorrow or remorse for (an act, fault, disappointment, etc.)"I deeply regret lying to my parents."
apathyLack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
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Apathy is lack of interest in activities or lack of concern for things that others find exciting or important."Voter apathy was high in the latest election."
devoutHaving or showing deep religious feeling or commitment.
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Devout is an adjective used to describe a person, institution, or act marked by enthusiastic devotion or dedication."She was a devout follower of the church."
ostracizeExclude from a society or group.
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To ostracize is to exclude from a group or society."The group decided to ostracize him because of his radical views."