bots - n. a software application that runs automated tasks (scripts) over the Internet.​

harass - n. to annoy or bother (someone) in a constant or repeated way​

resurgence - n. a growth or increase that occurs after a period without growth or increase​

spectrum - n. a complete range of different opinions, people, etc.​

troll - n. a person who tries to cause problems on an Internet message board by posting messages that cause other people to argue, become angry, etc.​

xenophobic - adj. someone who has a fear or hatred of strangers or foreigners​