| brusque |
impolitely abrupt in speech or actions; curt. |
| codicil |
an addition or appendix, especially one modifying the terms of a will. |
| condescension |
patronizing, arrogant behavior or attitude. |
| epitaph |
on a gravestone or tomb, an inscription commemorating the dead person. |
| finesse |
refined and delicate skill or tact in executing a task or coping with a situation. |
| harangue |
a long, vehement, and often pompous speech or piece of writing, especially such a speech delivered in public; tirade. |
| heretic |
a person who maintains unorthodox religious opinions or beliefs, especially a baptized Roman Catholic who dissents from official church doctrine. |
| itinerary |
a detailed plan of travel. |
| probity |
proven trustworthiness; honesty; integrity. |
| proponent |
one who proposes or favors an idea, doctrine, course of action, or the like. |
| prurient |
characterized by or causing lewdness or lust. |
| quizzical |
expressing doubt, confusion, or questioning; puzzled. |
| requisite |
required or essential. |
| secretive |
tending to secrecy. |
| visage |
the face of a person, statue, or the like, especially in regard to its appearance or expression. |