| affluence |
material wealth. |
| brazen |
shameless; bold. |
| concoct |
to make by putting together a number of parts or ingredients. |
| cynicism |
an attitude of doubt or mistrust toward human nature and the possibility of good or selfless motives. |
| depict |
to show, describe, or portray in a painting, sculpture, or written work. |
| dispel |
to scatter or drive away in all directions. |
| equable |
not varying extremely or suddenly; uniform; stable. |
| firmament |
the entire arch of the sky; heavens. |
| imbue |
to inspire or permeate, as with an idea or emotion; deeply influence. |
| insular |
closed to new ideas; narrow-minded. |
| languid |
lacking or not showing strength, energy, or spirit; weak, slow, or listless. |
| machination |
(usually plural) elaborate or devious schemes. |
| natty |
(informal) neat, well-groomed, and smartly dressed; dapper. |
| oratory1 |
the art of public speaking. |
| probity |
proven trustworthiness; honesty; integrity. |