| Term | Definition |
| amelioration | The act of changing for the better |
| amiable | Diffusing warmth and friendliness |
| carping | Persistent petty and unjustified criticism |
| cartographer | A person who makes maps |
| desist | to stop or discontinue |
| despondent | Without or almost without hope |
| exorcism | eliminating demons |
| expatriate | Move away from one's native country and adopt a new residence abroad |
| impromptu | unrehearsed and spontaneous |
| inadvertent | Without intention |
| lummox | An awkward stupid person |
| ostentatious | Intended to attract notice and impress others |
| precocious | characteristic of exceptionally early development or maturity |
| sanction | Give authority or permission to |
| turpitude | A corrupt or depraved act or practice |