cursory-hasty and therefore not through or detailed.
impetus-the force or energy with which a body moves.
pinnacle-a high, pointed piece of a rock.
contumely-insolent or insulting language or treatment.
bereavement-mourning:state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one.
cache-a collection of items of the same type stored in a hidden or inaccessible place.
consummation-the point at which something is complete or finalized.
calamity-an event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster.
avarice-extreme greed for wealth or material gain.
fortify-strengthen (a place) with defensive work so as to protect it against attack.
erratic-not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable.
ubiquitous-present, appearing, or found everywhere.
fortitude-courage in pain or adversity.
nonchalant-(of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxing displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm.
affect-have an effect on; make a difference to.
effect-a change that is result or consequence of an action or other cause.
misappropriate-(of a person) dishonestly or unfairly take (something esp. money, belonging to another) for one's own use.
pragmatic-dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather that theoretical considerations.
metacognition-is defined as "congnition about cognition", or "knowing about knowing." It many forms; it includes knowledge about when and how to use particular stratgies for learning or for problem solving.
devoutly-devoted to religion or to the fulfillment of relgious obligations. See synonyms at religious.
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