| backfire |
to have results that are the opposite of what one wanted. |
| comely |
pleasing in appearance. |
| expedient |
suitable or advantageous for the purpose or in the circumstances. |
| fallible |
capable of making mistakes; liable to error. |
| feral |
existing in a wild natural state; not domesticated. |
| fragmentary |
consisting of fragments; incomplete or disconnected. |
| gusto |
vigorous or hearty enjoyment or appreciation. |
| interject |
to insert (a remark or comment) between words or remarks or in the middle of a conversation or discussion. |
| nebulous |
hazy, confused, or indistinct. |
| nub |
the main point, gist, or essence of something. |
| rancor |
bitter, continuing resentment; hatred. |
| reciprocity |
a mutual interchange of privileges or favors between two nations, groups, or institutions. |
| reminiscent |
having qualities or characteristics that remind one of someone or something (usually followed by "of"). |
| retard |
to cause (growth, development, or the like) to be slow or incomplete; stunt. |
| spat1 |
a short, slight quarrel. |