Set 22

cumbersome

Large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use; unwieldy.

unprecedented

Never done or known before.

stinting

Supply a very ungenerous or inadequate amount of (something)

extrapolate

Extend the application of (a method or conclusion, especially one based on statistics) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue or similar methods will be applicable.

liability

The state of being responsible for something, especially by law.

euphoric

Characterized by or feeling intense excitement and happiness.

elementary

Relating to the basic elements of a subject.

heterodox

Not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs.

fervent

Having or displaying a passionate intensity.

gaffe

An unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment to its originator; a blunder.

temper

Improve the hardness and elasticity of (steel or other metal) by reheating and then cooling it.

painstaking

Done with or employing great care and thoroughness.

economy

The wealth and resources of a country or region, especially in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services.

qualm

An uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about one's own conduct; a misgiving.

exonerate

(especially of an official body) absolve (someone) from blame for a fault or wrongdoing, especially after due consideration of the case.

implicit

Implied though not plainly expressed.

phlegmatic

(of a person) having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition.

propensity

An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.

foment

Instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action)

embellish

Make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.

inviolate

Free or safe from injury or violation.

renege

Go back on a promise, undertaking, or contract.

arresting

Striking; eye-catching.

obstinate

Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.

vivacious

Attractively lively and animated (typically used of a woman)

histrionic

Exaggerated dramatic behavior designed to attract attention.

prodigious

Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.

tentative

Not certain or fixed; provisional.

falter

Start to lose strength or momentum.

chastise

Rebuke or reprimand severely.