| abrade |
to rub away by friction; erode. |
| disinclination |
a feeling of distaste; unwillingness or reluctance. |
| forbearance |
the act or capability of refraining or holding back. |
| garish |
marked by excessive or tasteless color or decoration; gaudy; flashy. |
| incense2 |
to make very angry. |
| infallible |
incapable of error. |
| infamy |
evil or shameful reputation. |
| patina |
a greenish, brownish, or reddish crust or film produced by oxidation on the surface of old metals such as bronze and copper. |
| personable |
pleasing in appearance or manner; friendly; attractive. |
| pliable |
easily bent; flexible; malleable. |
| populace |
the people who live in a particular place. |
| torrid |
parched or scorched by the sun, as a geographic area. |
| undulate |
to move in waves or a wavelike motion. |
| upshot |
the most important issue, result, or conclusion. |
| venerable |
deserving honor, respect, or reverence because of advanced age, noble character, or dignified position. |