bedlam
A state of anarchy and chaos.
composure
The state of one's calmness in the face of situations capable of elevating anxiety.
incredulously
Filled with skepticism and disbelief.
supplication
The act of pleading or begging for something.
livid
A state of particularly excitable anger, usually directed toward a specific object of ire.
deportment
The manner in which displays behavior in public.
calliope
The musical instrument reponsible for what one generally describes as "circus music."
tyke
A young child.
penultimate
Next to last.
dire
Characterizing circumstances with the potential to quickly become disastrous.
apportion
To officially divide a larger entity into several small entities for the purpose of distribution.
reverie
A finite period spent in a state of contemplation not unlike daydreaming.
Victrola
That very old-fashioned original form of record player featuring a crank and a large funnel-shaped horn through the sound was amplified.
surreptitiously
Done in a furtive or sneaky manner where the inherent secrecy implies an intent of a criminal or unethical dimensions.
blanch
The process of whitening or lightening an object.
genteel
Observing rules of decorum, etiquette and polite behavior toward others.
introvert
Someone who is shy and awkward around strangers and is characterized by withdrawing from conventional social interactions.
belligerent
Aggressive and rowdy.
veracity
The determination of truthfulness.
exemplary
A standout performance; highly regarded as an indication of near-perfection.
ruefully
With a profound sense of regret.
interminable
Never-ending or the sensation one has that something very boring is never going to come to an end.
pompously
Done in an arrogant manner suggesting a sense of unwarranted superiority that demands undeserved respect and admiration.
boutonniere
The small flower used as a fashion adornment by slipping the stem through the small hole in the lapel of a coat or jacket.
intrepid
Brave and fearless with the suggestion of the possession of supply of courage than of common sense.
