having or showing foresight; providing carefully for the future

a controversial argument, as one against some opinion, doctrine, etc.

to let pass without notice; disregard

to repeatedly change one's attitude or opinions with respect to a cause, subject, etc.

the defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by the ideas and beliefs of the time

to criticize or reprimand severely

distinct in kind; essentially different; dissimilar

satisfaction or pleasure felt at someone else's misfortune