acerbic |
sharp, sour, or harsh in manner, tone, or the like. |
anonymous |
having an unknown name or identity. |
antipodes |
places directly opposite each other on the surface of the earth, as the North Pole and the South Pole. |
estimable |
worthy of respect or admiration. |
generalize |
to come to a broad idea or rule about something after considering particular facts. |
guise |
external appearance or semblance, especially if deceptive. |
iconoclast |
one who attacks and seeks to break down traditional beliefs and institutions or popular ideas and values. |
largess |
liberality in giving, especially money, and often with an implication of the giver's superiority. |
obnoxious |
offensive or not pleasant. |
penance |
an act of punishment or self-discipline voluntarily undergone to show regret at having done something wrong. |
traduce |
to make malicious or false statements about; slander. |
unexceptionable |
without flaw or fault; beyond objection or criticism. |
unimpressive |
lacking notable qualities; unremarkable; not impressive. |
vapid |
lacking spirit, life, or flavor; dull; uninteresting. |
virile |
having the qualities of a man; characteristically masculine. |