Subterfuge
Noun
Meaning
- an artifice or expedient used to evade a rule, escape a consequence, hide something, etc
Coerce
Verb
Meaning
- to compel by force, intimidation, or authority, especially without regard for individual desire or volition
- to bring about through the use of force or other forms of compulsion; exact
Ghoulish
Adjective
Meaning
- Strangely diabolical or cruel; monstrous.
- A legendary evil being that robs graves and feeds on corpses
Demure
Adjective
Meaning
- characterized by shyness and modesty; reserved.
- affectedly or coyly decorous, sober, or sedate.
Untenable
Adjective
Meaning
- Incapable of being defended, as an argument, thesis, etc.; indefensible.
- Not fit to be occupied, as an apartment, house, etc.