My Son the Fanatic

fanatic A person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal, especially for an extreme religious or political cause.

reconcile To settle, for example a conflict or differences between people

surreptitious Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.

bewilder Cause (someone) to become perplexed and confused.

elicit Evoke or draw out (a reaction, answer, or fact) from someone.

imperative Of vital importance; crucial.

scrupulous (of a person or process) careful, thorough, and extremely attentive to details.

reproach (noun) The expression of disapproval or disappointment (of someone's actions).

established (adjective) Having existed or done something for a long time and therefore recognized and generally accepted.

without fail With no exception; always.

indignity Treatment or circumstances that cause one to feel shame or to lose one's dignity.

unimpeded Not obstructed or hindered.

imminent About to happen.

persecution Hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of race or political or religious beliefs; oppression.

endure Suffer (something painful or difficult) patiently.

inferior Lower in rank, status, or quality.

contempt The feeling that a person or a thing is worthless or beneath consideration.

hearten (verb) Make more cheerful or confident.

standstill A situation or condition in which there is no movement or activity at all.

retaliate Make an attack in return for a similar attack.

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