1Blatant
Completely obvious, conspicuous, or obtrusive, especially in a vulgar or offensive manner.
2Remiss
Negligent in the performance of work or duty; failing to do what should be done.
3Smirched
To make dirty, unclean, or discolored; to tarnish or stain.
4Opportune
Suitable or convenient for a particular purpose; occurring at an appropriate time.
5Corroborate
To support with evidence or authority; to confirm or make more certain.
6Clamor
A loud, continuous noise, especially one made by a large group of people expressing strong disapproval or demand.
7Motif
A recurrent thematic element; a dominant theme or central idea in a literary or artistic work.
8Poppet
A small figure or doll, often used in witchcraft or as a charm.
9Afflict
To cause physical or mental suffering; to distress severely.
10Lascivious
Expressing or causing sexual desire; inclined to lustfulness.
11Yeomanry
The body of small landholders and farmers who are not of noble birth; a group of respected, hardworking individuals.
12Propitiation
The act of appeasing or making amends, especially with a deity, through offerings, concessions, or rituals.
13Malign
To speak evil of, often falsely; to make harmful statements about someone.
14Formidable
Causing fear, dread, or apprehension; inspiring awe or admiration due to size, strength, or excellence.
15Congeries
A collection or gathering of items or various things; an aggregation of disparate elements.
16Diabolical
Of, relating to, or characteristic of the devil; extremely evil or cruel.
17Parochial
Of or relating to a church parish; having a narrow or limited outlook, often focused on local concerns.
18Rankle
To cause persistent irritation, resentment, or bitterness, often due to a past injury or offense.
19Insoluble
incapable of being solved or explained.
20Conjure
To summon by or as if by invocation or incantation; to make something appear or happen through magical or supernatural means.