| abnegation |
the act of relinquishing or abandoning, as a right, role, or good. |
| abstain |
to choose not to do something. |
| categorical |
with no exceptions or conditions; absolute. |
| cynicism |
an attitude of doubt or mistrust toward human nature and the possibility of good or selfless motives. |
| defer1 |
to not do until later; put off; delay. |
| dross |
anything that is worthless or useless; rubbish. |
| extricate |
to free or release from difficulty, entanglement, or involvement; disengage. |
| genteel |
displaying traits such as refinement and politeness that are traditionally associated with wealth and education. |
| innate |
belonging to or existing in someone or some organism from the time of birth; inborn. |
| lackluster |
without brilliance or vitality; dull. |
| languor |
lack of strength or energy; weakness or listlessness. |
| maternity |
the state of being a mother; motherhood. |
| punctilious |
strictly adhering to etiquette or formalities. |
| tenacity |
the quality or condition of holding on strongly or persistently to something. |
| zealous |
characterized by, showing, or filled with an intense enthusiasm, as toward a cause, purpose, or activity. |