| cogent |
convincing, or compelling by virtue of a strong argument or clear presentation. |
| expeditious |
prompt and efficient. |
| lamentable |
deserving to be mourned or regretted; deplorable; unfortunate; disappointing. |
| personify |
to be a perfect or typical example of; embody. |
| philosophy |
the study of the nature of life, truth, knowledge, and other important human matters, |
| reassess |
to evaluate again. |
| reproof |
an act or statement of disapproval. |
| reverential |
characterized by a great respect and awe, mingled with love. |
| rite |
a formal ceremonial procedure prescribed or customary for a specific occasion, as in religious worship. |
| sedative |
causing tranquillity or calmness. |
| shard |
a piece of a broken object, especially a fragment of pottery or glass. |
| slur |
to speak of disparagingly; belittle. |
| submissive |
inclined or obliged to submit; unresisting; obedient; docile. |
| tout |
to publicize flatteringly and boastfully. |
| urbane |
refined in manner; polished; elegant. |