| Term | Definition |
| indifferent | unconcerned, apathetic |
| innovation | change from established customs |
| amorphous | shapeless |
| benevolent | generous, kind |
| discourse | (n): conversation (v): to express oneself orally |
| virulent | very harmful |
| assess | to impose a payment on a person or property; to evaluate |
| provocative | exciting; attracting attention |
| provocation | cause for anger or retaliation |
| fervent | zealous; impassioned |
| didactic | instructive |
| languid | deficient in energy; slow-moving |
| anecdote | a short entertaining story |
| articulate | possessing the power of speech; clear and distinct |
| arrogant | feeling superior to others; overbearing in manner |
| acrid | sharp; bitterly pungent |
| credulous | believing; gullible |
| sycophant | flatterer |
| animosity | hostility; hatred |
| stoic | indifferent to pleasure or pain; impassive |
| prudent | wise in practical affairs; careful; cautious |
| premonition | forewarning |
| lithe | flexible; supple |
| innocuous | harmless |
| augment | to increase |