Horripilation

a shuddering or goosebumps caused by fear or excitement.

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“The mere thought of pineapple on pizza caused him horripilation; his taste buds rebelled before he even took a bite.”

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offense or annoyance.

Substrate

an underlying layer or substance.

Persiflage

light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter.

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the outward appearance or apparent form of something.

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a sudden attack or violent expression of a particular emotion or activity.

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