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GENUS

a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic

The meaning of the word genus is a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic.

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WordMeaning
histrionicdeliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical
concedeto acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly
veritythe quality or state of being true or real
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
regimeregimen
vilifyto utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame
shrewany of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur
dissonancelack of agreement
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
killjoyone who spoils the pleasure of others