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Peril

serious and immediate danger

Apathy

lack of interest, enthusiasm or concern

Compensation

something, typically money awarded

to someone for loss, injury or suffering

Assent

Agreement

Frivolous

not having any purpose or value

Dubiously

with hesitation or doubt

Maligned

spoke out in a spiteful, critical manner

Presumptuous

failing to observe the limits of what

is permitted or appropriate. (bold, overconfident)

Grimace

twisted expression on a person’s face

typically expressing pain, disgust or amusement

Marveling

Looking at something with wonder or astonishment