simulation
An imitation or reproduction of something original and authentic
metamorphose
To transform from one thing into another
perverse
Deviant and contrary to expected norms
commodity
Anything that can be bought and sold as a product or service
abstract
An idea existing only in the hypothetical which cannot be touched
deterrence
The process of discouraging something from taking place
artificial
Unreal and non-organic; a fake
ethnology
The study of the division of entities into classes, cultures, and ethnic groups
autonomy
Self-ruling governance over oneself
epiphany
A sudden moment of awareness
implosion
An explosive collapse inward upon itself
inertia
A state of lethargic inactivity
territorial
Associated with localized settings within a small area
brandish
To wield or wave with a flourish
nihilism
A negative philosophy expressing a widespread skepticism for any hope.
discourse
The act of conversation or the overriding theme of what is being discussed
inexorable
Unrelenting and unstoppable
moribund
In an advanced state of decline
distortion
A deformation or misapprehension in the transmission
scenario
An outline of something with the potential to happen
