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pretense (n.): the act of giving a false appearance

proffer (v.): present for acceptance or rejection

filial (adj.): relating to or characteristic of or befitting an offspring

ungainly (adj.): lacking grace in movement or posture

magnanimous (adj.): noble and generous in spirit

tedium (n.): dullness owing to length or slowness

blase (adj.): nonchalantly unconcerned

indignation (n.): a feeling of righteous anger

terse (adj.): brief and to the point

supercilious (adj.): having or showing arrogant disdain or haughtiness

aphorism (n.): a short pithy instructive saying

ostensibly (adv.): from appearances alone

formidable (adj.): extremely impressive in strength or excellence

malaise (n.): a general feeling of discomfort, uneasiness, or depression

hapless (adj.): unfortunate and deserving pity

ply (v.): keep offering or supplying something desirable to someone

affluent (adj.): having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value

renege (v.): fail to fulfill a promise or obligation

filch (v.): make off with belongings of others

aversion (n.): a feeling of intense dislike