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Essence
noun// that which makes something what it is; intrinsic, fundamental nature of something. The essence is what makes that table that table. -
Propensity
noun// a natural inclination or tendency; bent. Favorable inclination; bias. The judge has propensity with the guys that he is friends with so he chooses them for more thinigs other than the new guys. -
extortion
noun// the act of getting money, etc., by threats, misuse of authority. The bully did extortion to me to give her my money or I would get beat up. -
domineering
adjective// arrogant; overbearing; tyrannical He is really domineering when he talks to people. -
allay
verb// to put (fears,etc.) to rest; quiet; calm. I put my fears to rest or allay last night by facing them.