inept

Not having the skill or ability to do something well.

defame

To damage someone's reputation by saying or writing false things about them.

pacifist

Someone who believes that war and violence are wrong and should be avoided.

unkempt

Untidy or not cared for.

colloquial

Used in ordinary conversation rather than formal speech or writing.

stereotype

A fixed and often oversimplified idea about a particular type of person or thing.

blasphemy

Something said or done that shows a lack of respect towards God or a religion.

segue

A smooth change from one subject

haughty

Behaving as though you are better or more important than other people.

methodical

Doing things in a careful

justice

Fair treatment according to what is right; also

amiable

Friendly and pleasant.

receive

To get or be given something.

unrepentant

Not sorry for something wrong you have done.

prompt

Done or happening quickly; also

allay

To make a feeling such as fear or worry less strong.

exterior

The outside surface or part of something.

turbulence

Sudden and irregular movement of air that can make an aircraft move up and down.

fowl

A bird kept for its eggs or meat

citric

Relating to or containing citric acid

obstinate

Refusing to change your opinion or behaviour even when others try to persuade you.

evidence

Facts or information that show whether something is true or has happened.

communicate

To share information

taxing

Difficult and requiring a lot of effort or energy.

tenacity

The quality of continuing firmly despite difficulties.

vile

Extremely unpleasant or morally bad.

secret

Something that is kept hidden or not told to other people.

abode

A place where someone lives.

prone

Likely to experience or do something

petulant

Easily annoyed and complaining in a childish way.

exacting

Requiring a lot of care

apprehensive

Worried or nervous about something that might happen.

cryptic

Having a meaning that is mysterious or difficult to understand.

device

An object or piece of equipment designed for a particular purpose.

lustrous

Shining brightly or having a glossy appearance.

miserly

Unwilling to spend or give money.

austere

Very plain and simple

appreciate

To recognise the value or importance of something; also

avaricious

Having a strong desire for money or possessions.

impudent

Not showing the respect that is expected

audacity

Willingness to take bold risks

anonymous

With a name that is not known or not made public.

motto

A short phrase expressing the beliefs or purpose of a person

nature

The physical world and living things that are not made by humans; also

region

A particular area or part of a country or the world.

devour

To eat something quickly and eagerly.

harpoon

A long weapon with a sharp point used for catching large fish or sea animals.

tribe

A social group of people

wicked

Morally very bad or evil; also

sincere

Honest and genuine