| Term | Definition |
| caprice | unpredictable change |
| indignation | righteous anger |
| insipid | without distinctive qualities |
| affability | friendly; cordial |
| countenance | appearance, especiallyt he look or expression of the face |
| trifle | to deal lightly or without due seriousness or respect |
| denigrate | criticize in a derogatory manner |
| alacrity | cheerful readiness, willingness |
| encumbrance | burden; hindrance |
| simpleton | ignorant, foolish, or silly person |
| profligate | shamelessly immoral |
| licentiousness | sexually immoral |
| connubial | matrimonial |
| propitious | favorable |
| laconic | concise; using few words |
| impertinence | unmannerly intrusion or presumption |
| vexation | cause of annoyance; nuisance |
| acquiesce | agree; consent |
| peruse | read through with thoroughnexx or care |
| probity | integrity and uprightness; honessty |