Word list

Sudden and unexpected, often without warning.

Selfless concern for the well-being of others.

A state of disorder due to absence of authority.

Anxious about something that might happen.

A conclusion based on incomplete information.

Not influenced by personal interest; impartial.

To stir up or instigate trouble.

To hinder or restrain a process or action.

To suggest something indirectly, often something negative.

Calm and casual, showing little concern.

Of secondary importance; on the edge rather than the center.

A trite, overused remark presented as if profound.

Having doubts about the truth of a claim.

Severe or bare in appearance; harshly clear.

To forcibly put an end to or prevent the expression of something.

Understood without being directly stated.

To prevent someone from accomplishing something.

To weaken or damage something gradually, often secretly.

Deserving great respect, especially because of age or wisdom.

Dryly and often ironically humorous.