| backfire |
to have results that are the opposite of what one wanted. |
| dissimilar |
not alike; different. |
| euphoric |
having or exhibiting a strong feeling of well-being or elation. |
| frond |
a long leaf with many small divisions. Ferns and palm trees have fronds. |
| gingerly |
in a careful or cautious manner; warily. |
| ingénue |
an inexperienced or artless girl or the role of a such a girl in a dramatic presentation. |
| largess |
liberality in giving, especially money, and often with an implication of the giver's superiority. |
| licentious |
not within the bounds of morality or propriety, especially with regard to sexual conduct; immoral; lewd. |
| magnanimity |
generosity or willingness to forgive. |
| ominous |
giving a sign of future evil or trouble. |
| pertinent |
having to do with or connected to a subject; relevant. |
| poseur |
one who adopts an affected attitude or manner in order to impress others. |
| redeem |
to make up for; balance. |
| refute |
to demonstrate the falseness or error of; disprove. |
| ruffian |
one who is tough and violent; bully; thug. |