| backlash |
a strong reaction against some prior development, especially political or social change. |
| bawdy |
coarsely or indecently humorous; risqué. |
| buoyancy |
the capacity to float or rise to the top in a liquid or gas. |
| captivate |
to charm or fascinate, as by beauty or wit; enthrall. |
| crossbreed |
to cause (a hybrid organism) to be produced by mating two different varieties of the same species. |
| droll |
wryly amusing or humorous. |
| inverse |
opposite or reversed in position, order, direction, nature, or effect. |
| monolithic |
large, unyielding, and without diversity. |
| parley |
a discussion, especially between opponents or enemies, as to establish terms of truce. |
| piety |
worshipful devotion to and veneration of God or family. |
| plummet |
to fall sharply down, especially at high speed; plunge. |
| rejuvenate |
to restore the vigor, health, or appearance of youth to. |
| slovenly |
careless or disgustingly dirty. |
| suave |
polished and urbane. |
| troublesome |
causing anxiety, worry, or bother. |