addled | Confused or muddled; unable to think clearly or make sense of something. Often refers to a state of mental disarray. |
bombastic | Using inflated, showy language or speech to impress others; pompous or overblown in style or manner. |
complacent | Self-satisfied, often to a fault, and unaware of potential dangers or shortcomings. It can imply a lack of concern for improving or addressing issues. |
diffident | Lacking self-confidence; shy or reserved in behavior or attitude. A person who is diffident may be hesitant to express themselves. |
irreverent | Showing a lack of respect for things that are generally taken seriously, often in a humorous or cheeky manner. |
jubilant | Expressing great happiness, joy, or celebration. It suggests an exuberant, triumphant emotion. |
laconic | Brief and concise in speech or writing; using few words to convey much meaning. |
recondite | Difficult to understand or obscure, often because it deals with complex or specialized knowledge. |
rancorous | Showing deep-seated bitterness, resentment, or ill will, often resulting from long-standing grievances or animosity. |
sanguine | Optimistic, hopeful, or confident, especially in a difficult situation. It can also mean a healthy, reddish complexion. |
sardonic | Scornfully mocking or cynical, often conveying a bitter or disdainful humor. |
unctuous | Excessively flattering, insincere, or ingratiating; often used to describe someone who is overly smooth in manner to the point of being insincere. |