philosopher – n. a student of philosophy (ideas about knowledge, truth and the meaning of life)

sweep – v. to move in a wide curve; to touch in passing with a fast, continuous movement

ugly – adj. unpleasant or morally offensive

Jihadist – adj. a Muslim who supports jihad (a holy war in defense of Islam)

distort – v. to change the appearance of something in a way that others find displeasing

void – n. an opening or empty space

rage – n. violent, uncontrolled anger

authoritarian – adj. requiring people to obey rules or those making the rules