Denigrate -
To damage the good name or character of a person.
Political factions sometimes denigrate each other instead of focusing on real issues
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ridicule -
Subject (someone or something) to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior
John's friends ridiculed him for wearing a funny outfit.
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Shame -
The emotion experienced when one believes they have done something wrong or inappropriate, often leading to feelings of guilt or disgrace.
Afterwards, he felt a deep sense of shame after lying to his friends about something so important.
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contentious -
Likely to cause disagreement or argument
When the parents invited the whole clan for Thanksgiving, they asked everyone to try to get along, and to avoid discussing contentious topics.
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debilitating -
Something that makes someone weak
Fred had a very bad case of pneumonia, and he never fully recovered from his debilitating illness.
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ransack -
Go hurriedly through (a place) stealing things and causing damage
Within only a few minutes, the burglars ransacked the house in order to find the owners' jewelry and cash.
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trammel -
Deprive of freedom of action
After the dictator took power, he passed a set of laws that completely trammeled the people's freedom by throwing them in jail if they tried to speak their mind.
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Inflict -
To cause someone to experience harm, pain, or suffering.
She didn’t mean to inflict emotional pain, but her harsh words hurt him deeply.
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showdown -
A final test or confrontation intended to settle a dispute
In the Wild West, a final showdown between the good guys and bad guys was how they settled their differences.
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Puncture -
To burst or break through something, often suddenly and forcefully.
The intense criticism seemed to puncture her confidence, making her doubt her abilities.
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revenge -
Harm done to someone in return for harm being done in the past
Max took the insults quietly, plotting how he would eventually seek revenge that would be swift and complete
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harass -
Subject to aggressive pressure or intimidation
Erin didn't know who to turn to when her boss harassed her with uncomfortable physical contact.
