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A clever mechanical device, a deliberate plan, or an artificial and unnatural arrangement
What is contrivance?
Doing something without success or in a conceited, arrogant way
What is vainly?
To see, recognize, or understand something that is not clear or easy to notice
What is discerned?
Acting without moral principles, honesty, or a conscience, often doing unfair or dishonest things to get what you want
What is unscrupulous?
An accusation or counter-charge made against an accuser, or a cycle of mutual blaming between two or more people during an argument
What is recriminations?
Acting in a way that pays too much attention to minor details, formal rules, or small errors, often in an annoying or showy manner
What is pedantically?
A deep-seated, strong feeling of dislike, opposition, or hostility toward someone or something
What is antipathy?
To find out, learn, or discover something with certainty, usually through deliberate effort, examination, or investigation
What is ascertain?
Produced, given, or flowing in very large amounts, often to the point of excess
What is profuse?
A general dislike, distrust, or contempt for human beings and the human species as a whole
What is misanthropy?
Something is never changing or unable to be changed
What is immutable?
Doing something secretly, stealthily, or without anyone seeing or knowing, often because it is hidden or unauthorized
What is surreptitiously?
Doubtful, uncertain, or questioning
What is dubious?
Engaged in deep or serious thought, often in a quiet way and accompanied by a slight touch of sadness or melancholy
What is pensive?
To provide evidence, proof, or information that supports and strengthens a statement, theory, or finding
What is corroborate?
Completely still but ready to move, calmly in control, or fully prepared for action
What is poised?
An action done quickly, routinely, or as a formality, without real care, interest, or enthusiasm
What is perfunctory?
Very easy to see or notice, or drawing special attention to itself
What is conspicuous?
To stop, pacify, or suppress something—such as a violent disturbance, a rumor, or an intense emotion like fear
What is quell?
Anxiety or fear about the future, the arrest of a criminal, or the mental understanding of an idea
What is apprehension?