1. Complexion -
The natural color, texture and appearence of the skin
Viewpoint
Appearence, aspect , character
A clear, smooth, rosy complexion.
One's political complexion.
His confession put a different complexion on things.
2. Astute -
Of keen penetration or discernment
Clever; cunning; ingenious
An astute analysis.
An astute merchandising programme.
3. Retroactive -
Operative with respect to past occurences
Pertaining to a pay rise effective as of a past date
Retroactive application after years of welcoming foreign participation decreases future predictablity.
No retroactive credit for a hotel stays prior to promotion registration date.
4. Tyrannical -
Unjustly cruel, harsh or severe
He was arrogant and influential, tyrannical and abusive.
5. Quelled -
To suppress; put an end to
To quiet or allay(emotions, anxieties etc)
The troops quelled the rebellion quickly.
The child's mother quelled his fears of the thunder.
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