| anomalous |
differing from the norm, standard, or common type or rule; abnormal. |
| duplicity |
deceitful speech or action. |
| egotism |
excessive self-promotion; boastfulness or conceitedness. |
| humility |
the quality or state of being humble; modesty about one's status or accomplishments. |
| indigenous |
being the people or animals that originally lived and may continue to live in a particular country or region. |
| inviolate |
not broken, disturbed, or profaned; pure or intact. |
| juxtapose |
to bring together for the purpose of side-by-side comparison or contrast. |
| pertinent |
having to do with or connected to a subject; relevant. |
| prelude |
an introductory event or act; preface; preliminary. |
| prevalent |
generally accepted; pervasive; widespread. |
| scanty |
barely adequate; meager. |
| statute |
a law made by a legislature, as opposed to one established by the courts. |
| stodgy |
lacking the ability or inclination to act informally or to find humor or enjoyment in things that others might; stuffy; prim. |
| temerity |
reckless or foolish boldness; rash disregard of danger. |
| vivacious |
full of life and spirit; animated. |