SW3

Agape (x2)

• wide open, especially with surprise or wonder

• Christian love, especially as distinct from erotic love or emotional affection.

bowdlerize

remove material that is considered improper or offensive from (a text or account), especially with the result that the text becomes weaker or less effective.

curmudgeon

a bad-tempered person, especially an old one.

ebullient

cheerful and full of energy.

explicate

analyze and develop (an idea or principle) in detail.

ignominious

deserving or causing public disgrace or shame.

languid

(of a person, manner, or gesture) displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed.

nascent

(especially of a process or organization) just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential.

penchant

a strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something.

sanguine

optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.

umbrage

offense or annoyance.