Pungent
causing a sharp sensation; stinging, biting
Embark
to go abroad; to make a start; to invest
Clemency
marked by honor, courtesy, and courage; knightly
Unfeigned
sincere, real, without pretense
Infallible
free from error; absolutely dependable
Repose
to rest; lie
Discrepancy
a difference; a lack of agreement
Remiss
neglectful in performance of one’s duty, careless
Facile
easily done or attained; superficial; ready, fluent; easily shown but not sincerely felt
Assent
to express agreement
Benefactor
one who does good for others
Indominable
unconquerable, refusing to yield
Altruistic
unselfish, concerned with the welfare of others
Plod
to walk heavily or slowly; to work slowly
Dearth
a lack, scarcity, inadequate supply; a famine
Diffident
shy, lacking self-confidence; modest, reserved
Truculent
fierce and cruel; aggressive; deadly, destructive; scathingly harsh
Virulent
(adj.) extremely poisonous; full of malice; spiteful
Temerity
rashness, boldness
Clemency
(n.) mercy, humanness; mildness, moderateness