Prose 8

Mien

A person’s look or manner, especially one indicating their character or mood.

Candor (Candour)

The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or expression.

Veracity

Truthfulness; accuracy.

Discursive

Digressing from subject to subject; rambling OR relating to discourse (formal discussion).

Laconic

Using very few words; concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious.

Flippant

Not showing a serious or respectful attitude; overly casual.

Feign

To pretend to feel or be affected by something.

Vindictive

Having or showing a strong desire for revenge.

Pretentious

Attempting to impress by showing more importance, talent, or culture than is actually possessed.

Satirical

Using humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or expose flaws in people, politics, or society.