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