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::: fermentation - chemical reaction that splits complex organic compounds; unrest; agitation
::: proponent - supporter; backer; opposite of opponent
::: nemesis - someone seeking revenge; source of downfall or ruin; CF. Nemesis
::: inception - start; beginning
::: nuptial - related to marriage or the wedding ceremony; N. nuptials: wedding ceremony
::: derogatory - expressing a low opinion; disparaging; V. derogate: detract; disparage
::: emancipate - set free; liberate
::: conformity - harmony; agreement with established rules or customs; similarity; Ex. behave in conformity with; V. conform: be similar; act in agreement; comply; Ex. conform to the rule; CF. conformance
::: legislature - legislating branch of government; CF. legislate: make laws
::: diorama - life-size, three-dimensional scene from nature or history; three-dimensional scene with modeled figures against a painted background