| Term | Definition |
| grimace | a facial expression, often ugly or contorted, that indicates disapproval, pain, etc. |
| fathom | to penetrate to the truth of; comprehend; understand: |
| nonchalantly | coolly unconcerned, indifferent, or unexcited; casual: |
| cunning | artfully subtle or shrewd; crafty; sly. |
| roguishly | pertaining to, characteristic of, or acting like a rogue; knavish or rascally. |
| elite | persons of the highest class |
| bleak | without hope or encouragement; depressing; dreary: |
| aloof | reserved or reticent; indifferent; disinterested |