assert, bereft, formidable, novice, profound, render, solicitude, unwarranted
Some aviation experts have expressed profound concern over Angelina Jolie's flying skills and her choice of planes and believe she is bereft of the experience necessary to operate the powerful Cirrus SR-22 she bought for $360,000. Others assert that this solicitude is unwarranted because the formidable aircraft is equipped with features that render it safe to fly.
profound - (adjective) deep; far-reaching; going beyond the obvious
bereft - (adjective) lacking something essential or expected; deprived of something [This word is the past participle and the past tense of the verb "bereave," which means "to leave alone, especially by death." As such, "bereft" can also mean "sad because of loss."]
assert - (verb) to state positively; to maintain
solicitude - (noun) extreme, often excessive, concern
unwarranted - (adjective) not able to be justified or explained
formidable - (adjective) inspiring awe; difficult to undertake; arousing fear or alarm
render - (verb) to give or make
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