Studied by 9 people
Avarice
Extreme greed for material wealth
Effusion
An unrestrained expression of emotion
Discernable
Capable of being seen/noticed
Ostentatious
Intended to attract/impress others
Deference
Being courteous or respectful to someone
Earnest
Sincere and firm belief in one’s opinions
Formidable
Inspiring fear or dread
Trepidation
Feeling of alarm or dread
Deportment
The way a person behaves towards other people
Alacrity
Liveliness and eagerness
Controvert
Proved to be false
Composure
Steadiness of mind under stress
Impolitic
Unwise
Concise
Expressing much in few words
Conjecture
Conclusion formed on incomplete information
Penance
Voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for something
Tractable
Easily managed
Prodigious
Very impressive; far beyond what is usual
Officious
Assertive of authority in an annoying and unwelcome way (aka current Stuco prez)
Ardent
Characterized by intense emotion
Endeavor
Trying hard to achieve something
Remorse
A feeling of deep regret, usually for some misdeed
Abhorrence
Hate coupled with disgust (shelly to taylor swift haters)
Dissipation
Acting without morals and engaging in sensual pleasure
Upbraid
Express criticism towards
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