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an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense.

to reprimand someone severely.

intricate and refined delicacy.

moving from topic to topic without order; rambling.

deceitfulness; untrustworthiness.

able to burn or corrode organic tissue by chemical action; bitingly sarcastic.

money, especially when regarded as sordid or distasteful.

a feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad.

deserving blame or censure; guilty.

to increase the power, status, or wealth of.