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reckless

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not caring about the possible results of one's actions that could be dangerous

dramatist

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someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

Who is a "dramatist"?

A dramatist is a writer who creates plays for television, radio, or theater. They develop the script, including the dialogue, characters, and plot, specifically for performance. Their work involves crafting stories and dialogues that are intended to be acted out and presented to an audience.

to dramatize

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to overstate or exaggerate the significance of something, often for emphasis or effect

incendiary

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made with the intention of causing fire

to incense

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to provoke extreme anger in a person

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incentive

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something that is used as an encouraging and motivating factor

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verbatim

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exactly as spoken or written originally without any changes or additions

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interrogative adverb

verbiage

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the unnecessary use of terms and words to express something and causing complexion

verbose

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using or having an excessive number of words

verbosity

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the quality of containing unnecessary and excessive words or terms in speech or writing

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abbess

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the female head of an abbey, convent, or other religious houses of nuns

abbey

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a church with buildings connected to it in which a group of monks or nuns live or used to live

abbot

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the male spiritual leader and administrator of an abbey, monastery, or group of monasteries

palpable

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capable of being felt and perceived by the sense of touch

impalpable

to palpitate

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(of heart) to pound irregularly and rapidly

palsy

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a condition of the muscles, in which a person experiences tremors all over their body or in specific body parts

cadence

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a series of musical notes, written as the ending of a musical piece

What is a "cadence"?

A cadence is a musical term that refers to a sequence of chords or notes that brings a phrase, section, or piece of music to a close. It acts as a musical "punctuation mark", signaling the end of a musical thought or section. Cadences can vary in style and strength, from a strong and final-sounding cadence that clearly marks the end, to a weaker or more open-ended cadence that creates a sense of continuation or suspense. They help to structure the music and provide a sense of resolution or pause.

cadenza

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a solo section at the end of a musical piece for the performer to show their skill and creativity

What is a "cadenza"?

A cadenza is a solo passage in a musical composition, typically found near the end of a movement, where the performer showcases their technical skill and interpretative abilities. It is often played without accompaniment or with minimal accompaniment, allowing the performer to display their exceptional skill and personal style. In classical music, a cadenza may be written by the composer or improvised by the performer, and it adds an element of brilliance and expressiveness to the performance.

abasement

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the act of treating someone in a demeaning way

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