| abasement |
the act of bringing down or the state of being brought down in rank, status, or reputation. |
| complacent |
too satisfied with oneself or one's situation. |
| dogmatic |
asserting beliefs and opinions as though they were proven facts. |
| evocative |
tending or able to call forth images, memories, feelings, and the like. |
| exhort |
to advise, urge, or incite with great seriousness. |
| expedient |
suitable or advantageous for the purpose or in the circumstances. |
| filial |
of, concerning, or befitting a daughter or son. |
| mettle |
toughness of character; courage. |
| monologue |
a long speech or reading given by a single speaker. |
| ominous |
giving a sign of future evil or trouble. |
| parley |
a discussion, especially between opponents or enemies, as to establish terms of truce. |
| perverse |
stubbornly opposed to what is expected or requested of one, or marked by or inclined toward such an attitude. |
| recompense |
payment or action to compensate for the expenditure or loss of time, money, property, or the like. |
| timely |
happening at just the right moment. |
| uncritical |
not making critical judgments or discriminations, especially those based on standards. |