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Conjecture (n)

An opinion formed without evidence; a guess

Impertinent (adj)

Presumptuous or rude, especially toward an authority deserving of respect.

Paroxysm (n)

A sudden fit of action or emotion

Ameliorate (v)

To improve

Indefatigable (adj)

Incapable of being fatigued; untiring

Perseverance (n)

Continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition

Stature (n)

Someone's physical height OR status obtained by achievement

Countenance (n)

The face, as an indicator of mood, emotion, or character

Repugnance (n)

Disgust

Affability (n)

Having a friendly, good-natured manner

Dogmatism (n)

The strong expression of a position or a belief as if it were a fact

Pedant (n)

One who annoys others by correcting small errors or shows off their knowledge

Pantomime (n)

A performance in which a story is told by expressive movements

Inflection (n)

A change in pitch or volume of the voice

Innuendo (n)

A hint or a suggestion, especially about someone's character or reputation

Indecipherable (adj)

Unreadable; unclear

Omnipotent (adj)

Having virtually unlimited authority or influence; all-powerful

Uncouth (adj)

Awkward in appearance, manner, or behavior; rude

Irreparable (adj)

Unable to be repaired (+damage)

Respite (n)

A period of rest or relief

Pertinacity (n)

The quality of sticking with something or being persistent

Depravity (n)

Moral corruption; wickedness

Ignominious (adj)

Deserving public disgrace or shame

Irreproachable (adj)

Without fault or blame; impossible to criticize

Absolution (n)

A release from guilt, obligation, or punishment

Inexorable (adj)

Unstoppable

Fortitude (n)

Courage in the face of pain or adversity

Precipice (n)

A very steep rock face or cliff

Disconsolate (adj)

Very unhappy; unable to be comforted

Hovel (n)

A small, humble dwelling

Enigmatic (adj)

Uninterpretable; mysterious

Indignation (n)

Strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, insulting, or base

Wanton (adj)

Without check or limitation; unruly

Myriad (adj)

A countless or very great number; innumerable

Poignant (adj)

Emotionally moving; touching

Candor (n)

Unreserved/sincere expression

Dilatory (adj)

Tending or intended to cause delay; characterized by procrastination

Machinations (n)

Scheming or crafty actions intended to accomplish some usually evil purpose

Indolence (n)

Laziness

Abhor (v)

Regard with disgust and hatred

Insolent (adj)

Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect

Ennui (n)

A feeling of listlessness arising from boredom or lack of excitement

Squalid (adj)

Extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty and neglect

Obstinate (adj)

Stubbornly refusing to change one's position or course of action

Destitute (adj)

Extremely impoverished

Stigma (n)

A mark of disgrace that sets a person apart from others

Wretch (n)

Miserable OR vile person

Diffidence (n)

The quality of being unassertive, bashful, or shy

Invincible (adj)

incapable of being conquered or subdued

Posterity (n)

Offspring to the furthest generation; all future generations