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Benevolent Definition- characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings Synonym- Compassionate
Compassionate Definition- to have compassion for; pity Synonym- Sympathetic
Complimentary Definition- of the nature of, conveying, or expressing a compliment, often one that is politely flattering Synonym- praising
Forthright Definition- going straight to the point; frank; direct; outspoken Synonym- Direct
Serene Definition-calm, peaceful, or tranquil; unruffled Synonym- undisturbed
Sympathetic Definition- acting or affected by, of the nature of, or pertaining to a special affinity or mutual relationship; congenial Synonym- kind
Objective Definition- something that one's efforts or actions are intended to attain or accomplish; purpose; goal Synonym- personal
Bewildered Definition- completely puzzled or confused; perplexed. Synonym- confound
Condescending Definition- showing or implying a usually patronizing descent from dignity or superiority Synonym- patronizing
Desolate Definition- deprived or destitute of inhabitants; deserted; uninhabited; solitary; lonely Synonym- lonesome
Haughty Definition- disdainfully proud; snobbish; scornfully arrogant; supercilious Synonym- lordly
Indignant Definition- feeling, characterized by, or expressing strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, insulting, or base Synonym- angry
Melancholy Definition- a gloomy state of mind, especially when habitual or prolonged Synonym- depressed
Mocking Definition- to ridicule by mimicry of action or speech; mimic derisively Synonym- insulting
Ominous Definition- portending evil or harm; foreboding; threatening; inauspicious Synonym- threatening
Pessimistic Definition- pertaining to or characterized by pessimism; gloomy Synonym- negative
Severe Definition- harsh; unnecessarily extreme Synonym- harsh
Solemn Definition- grave, sober, or mirthless, as a person, the face, speech, tone, or mood Synonym- sober
Somber Definition- gloomily dark; shadowy; dimly lighted Synonym- grave
Suspicious Definition- tending to cause or excite suspicion; questionable Synonym- doubtful
Irreverent Definition- not reverent; manifesting or characterized by irreverence; deficient in veneration or respect Synonym- profane