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Abate

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To decrease in force or intensity

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Aberration

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A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome.

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Adulation

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Obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise.

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Censure

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Express severe disapproval of (someone or something) especially in a formal statement.

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Commiserate

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Corresponding in size or degree; in proportion

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Concur

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be of the same opinion; agree

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Disdain

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The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect ; contempt.

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Enervate

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Cause (someone) to feel drained of energy or vitality; weaken

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Fortuitous

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Happening by accident or chance rather than design

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Intrepid

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fearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect)