atrocity

Noun

an extremely cruel act

deter

Verb

to use to discourage someone from doing something

adhere

Verb

to stick to something; to believe loyality in something

trait

Noun

a quality or characteristics

sulk

Verb

to be silent and in a bad mood because of disappointment or annoyance

upheaval

Noun

a major or violent disruption

hypocrite

Noun

a person who acts in contrast to what they claim to believe or value

comtemporary

Adjective

occurring in the present

arid

Adjective

dry; having little to no rain

serene

Adjective

calm; peaceful

compare

Verb

to put things together to see how they are the same

administration

Noun

the act of giving or applying something

cite

Verb

to quote by way of example, authority, or proof

claim

Noun

the writer's position on an issue or problem

support

Verb

to back up with details or evidence