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::: fitful - spasmodic; intermittent; irregular
::: nihilist - one who considers traditional beliefs to be groundless and existence meaningless; absolute skeptic; revolutionary terrorist; CF. nihilism: belief that nothing has meaning or value; belief that destruction of existing political or social institutions is necessary for future improvement
::: comprehensive - broad; including a lot or everything; thorough; inclusive
::: inveigh - denounce; utter censure or invective; Ex. inveigh against the evils of drink
::: miniature - small model; small painting; ADJ: small
::: mishap - unfortunate accident
::: peevish - bad-tempered; irritable; V. peeve: make angry
::: preamble - introductory statement
::: saunter - stroll(go for a leisurely walk) slowly; N.
::: withhold - refuse to give; hold back; Ex. withholding tax