Words List

Lack of confidence or self-assurance, a feeling of modesty or shyness.

A woman who participates in club activities, especially one who is active in social or civic organizations.

Harshness or sharpness in tone, temper, or manner; severity; acrimony.

The state or condition of being timid or cowardly.

The quality or state of being impudent; the act of showing boldness or disrespect without concern for others' feelings, often characterized by insolence or effrontery.

The state of being quiet; tranquility; calmness; stillness.

Cooked, processed, or cured cold meats and meat products, originally typically pork products, such as sausages, pâtés, hams, etc.

Nonsense or rubbish.

A deceitful and often playful individual; someone who behaves in a mischievous or untrustworthy manner.

The quality or state of being expressive.

The expression of intense disapproval or strong condemnation, often accompanied by feelings of hatred or cursing.

A person who spreads rumors, often with malicious intent.

The quality of being kind and gentle.

A flashy and often inexpensive decorative item; a trinket or ornament used for show rather than practical use.

A person who is committed to solemn religious vows, such as a monk or a nun.

The quality of being urbane; refined courtesy or politeness; suavity. Urbanity is the expression of sophisticated and polished manners, showcasing a high level of social grace and civility.

Extreme poverty; a state of destitution.

A rhythmic flow or sequence, typically used to refer to the modulation or inflection of sound, as in music or speech.

A cheerful and festive mood, condition, or activity; a state of being jolly or merry; gaiety.

A pitifully ineffectual, luckless, and timid person.

A decorative straight pin with a jeweled or ornamented head and a long shaft, equipped with a sheath to encase the point. Stickpins are used for securing an ascot or necktie in place.

A protective board, guard, or screen, typically found on the dashboard of an open carriage or over a wheel, designed to prevent splashing from water, dirt, or other debris.

The branch of anthropology that describes the varieties of humankind and their geographical distribution.

Flattering or wheedling talk; cajolery.

Absolute sovereignty or self-government within a specific area or domain.

A story or fable that aims to teach a moral lesson; a didactic narrative.

A precise detail or fine point, especially in matters of conduct, ceremony, or procedure.

The physical characteristics of a person, especially their appearance and constitution in relation to disease.

Unfavorable regard or dislike; a feeling of displeasure or disesteem.

A clumsy and uncultured person; someone who is awkward and lacks sophistication; a rustic or bumpkin.