Abridge
shorten (a book, movie, speech, or other text) without losing the sense.
Compendium
a collection of concise but detailed information about a particular subject, especially in a book or other publication.
Cursory
hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed.
Curtail
reduce in extent or quantity; impose a restriction on.
impetuous
acting or done quickly and without thought or care.
precipitate
cause (an event or situation, typically one that is bad or undesirable) to happen suddenly, unexpectedly, or prematurely.
abet
encourage or assist (someone) to do something wrong, in particular, to commit a crime or other offense.
ancillary
providing necessary support to the primary activities or operation of an organization, institution, industry, or system.
munificent
(of a gift or sum of money) larger or more generous than is usual or necessary.
stalwart
a loyal, reliable, and hardworking supporter or participant in an organization or team.
bilious
spiteful; bad-tempered.
dudgeon
a feeling of offense or deep resentment.
Irascible
having or showing a tendency to be easily angered.
pique
a feeling of irritation or resentment resulting from a slight, especially to one's pride.
querulous
complaining in a petulant or whining manner.
dilettante
a person who cultivates an area of interest, such as the arts, without real commitment or knowledge.
proselyte
a person who has converted from one opinion, religion, or party to another, especially recently.
tyro
a beginner or novice
engender
cause or give rise to (a feeling, situation, or condition).
inchoate
just begun and so not fully formed or developed; rudimentary.
acerbic
(especially of a comment or style of speaking) sharp and forthright.