Affectation
(n.) A trait, action, or expression characterized by fakeness
Bovine
Sluggish, unresponsive; Dull
Callow
(adj.) Immature, inexperienced
Dichotomy
Division into two usually contradictory parts or opinions
Fatuous
(adj.) Foolish or stupid or unintelligent
Ferret
(n.) A domesticated, weasellike, usually albino animal; (v.) To drive out from a hiding place, to expel
Knell
(n.) The sound of a bell ringing slowly usually for a funeral
Laconic
Using few words, concise
Macroscopic
(adj.) Large enough the be seen with the naked eye
Patent
(n.) A grant or right from the government given to the creator of an invention for the sole right to make, use, and sell that invention for a set period of time
Peccadillo
A slight trespass or offense
Quiddity
(n.) An essential quality that makes something what it is; The essence of something
Rationalize
To justify or make an excuse for one’s actions
Sagacious
Wise and insightful; Shrewd
Adroit
Having skill in the use of the bodily or mental powers
