Behave!
When someone behaves with proper manners and restraint, showing respect and decorum, they are said to be acting in a what manner?
What is in a decorous manner? (Accept: What is decorous?)
This word is used to describe something, often a building or object, that is in a state of disrepair and partial ruin. What is it?
What is dilapidated?
What word is used to describe a large and imposing building or structure, often with a significant architectural presence?
What is edifice?
This word is often used to describe a rebellion or uprising, typically by a group of sailors or soldiers against their superiors, aboard a ship or within a military unit. What is it?
What is a mutiny?
If someone studies disease to take actions on diseases that plague the people, they are in what field?
What is pathology?
What word characterizes a person who is hesitant and lacks self-confidence, often displaying a reserved or timid demeanor?
What is diffident?
What word describes someone who is acting like an iceberg: icily unsympathetic and coldly unconcerned about someone else?
What is glacial?
What term refers to something that is puzzling, mysterious, or difficult to understand, often leaving people perplexed or baffled?
What is enigma?
What term is used to describe individuals who actively engage in acts of charitable giving or humanitarian efforts for the well-being of others?
What is philanthropist?
When someone pretends to have a feeling or condition they don't actually possess, they are said to do what?
What is feign?
What word is used to describe a state of feeling truly sorry for one's actions, often accompanied by a sincere desire to make amends or seek forgiveness? (Hint: it comes later in the alphabet than its synonym.)
What is penitent?
What term describes a feeling of deep remorse and sorrow for one's actions, often demonstrated by a willingness to make amends or seek forgiveness? (Hint:it comes earlier in the alphabet than its synonym.)
What is contrite?
If someone moves in a manner that is flexible and graceful, often with ease and dexterity, they are described as what?
What is lithe?
The act of vocalizing words, sounds, or phrases, especially when delivering a message or conveying thoughts, is referred to as what?
What is utterance?
What term is used to describe the thorough and detailed inspection or analysis of something, often to discover hidden or specific details?
What is scrutinize?
When someone displays a lack of seriousness or respect, often in an offhand and cheeky manner, their attitude can be described as what?
What is flippant?
When someone is highly precise and thorough in their work, showing great attention to detail and avoiding errors, they are described as being what?
What is meticulous?
When someone is highly precise and thorough in their work, showing great attention to detail and avoiding errors, they are the perfect example of something. What is the term for them?
What is epitome?
What word describes a cunning or deceitful plan or action, often intended to conceal the truth, mislead, or achieve a hidden objective?
What is subterfuge?
What word describes the act of calming, relieving, or alleviating fears, worries, or anxieties?
What is allay?
If someone displays a belligerent and pugnacious attitude, often seeking conflict and showing a readiness to fight, they are described as what?
What is truculent?
What term describes a person's temperament or a situation that is characterized by rapid and unpredictable changes, often influenced by mood or temperament? (Think of a thermometer...)
What is mercurial?
When someone delivers a speech or a performance with clear and effective pronunciation, articulation, and style, they are said to have good what?
What is elocution?
When someone has a strong and ominous sense or intuition about a future event, often considered a warning or sign, it is known as what?
What is premonition?
When someone voluntarily gives up their power and position of authority, it's known as what?
What is abdication? (Accept: What is abdicate?)