| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
brazen | openly bold and shameless, often in a way that is offensive or disrespectful |
ambivalent | having mixed contradictory feelings about a person, issue, or choice |
patronizing | treating someone as less intelligent or less important while appearing helpful or kind |
forthright | direct, honest, and clear in expression |
wry | dryly humorous, often with irony, skepticism, or quiet amusement |
incensed | extremely angry or outraged |
poignant | deeply moving, especially by creating sadness, regret, or tenderness |
pretentious | trying to hard to appear important, cultured, or sophisticated |
incredulous | unwilling or unable to believe in something |
unabashed | not embarrassed, ashamed, or self-conscious |