anathema

(noun)

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someone or something that is intensely disliked, cursed, or shunned.

Kayla was anathema from everyone at school.

assuage

(verb)

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-to satisfy

-to lessen or reduce the intensity of

Laura at two hamburgers to assuage her hunger.

avuncular

(adjective)

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like a benevolent uncle; familiar and indulgent 

Laura was an avuncular friend who alway helped anyone with anything.

convivial

(adjective)

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sociable; concerned with good company andd festivities

Sarah was convivial at the school event.

eclectic

(adjective)

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combining elements from a variety of sources

The menu had an eclectic variety of food choices.

epigram

(noun)

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a short, witty poem or saying

She smiled as she read the epigrams off the internet.

expound

(verb)