| avocation |
a secondary occupation, usually one pursued for recreation; hobby. |
| cavil |
to make petty criticisms or objections; carp (usually followed by "at" or "about"). |
| depict |
to show, describe, or portray in a painting, sculpture, or written work. |
| dilapidated |
fallen into ruin or decay. |
| discrepancy |
lack of agreement; difference; inconsistency. |
| faddish |
relating to or having the nature of a passing fashion or craze. |
| gusto |
vigorous or hearty enjoyment or appreciation. |
| impending |
about to occur or appear. |
| indisposed |
slightly and temporarily ill, as with indigestion or a cold. |
| inelegant |
without taste, grace, or refinement. |
| lenient |
not strict with rules; tolerant. |
| prevaricate |
to lie, mislead, or conceal the truth deliberately. |
| staunch2 |
unwaveringly firm or loyal. |
| titanic |
having enormous size, strength, or power; colossal; huge. |
| wasteland |
land where there are no living things or where nothing will grow. |