Humans

Question 1

Elan

Answer 1

Energy, style, enthusiasm

Question 2

Palaver

Answer 2

Prolonged, idle discussion

Question 3

Convivial

Answer 3

Friendly, genial

Question 4

Rancorous

Answer 4

Mean, odious

Question 5

Ardent

Answer 5

Strong, redoubtable

Question 6

Demure

Answer 6

Quiet, modest, reserved

Question 7

Extemporaneous

Answer 7

Without preparation or advanced thought

Question 8

Anhedonia

Answer 8

The inability to experience pleasure from activities usually found enjoyable

Question 9

Onanism

Answer 9

(1) Masturbation or (2) coitus interruptus

Question 10

Atavism

Answer 10

1. Recurrence in an organism of a trait or character typical of an ancestral form and usually due to genetic recombination
2. Recurrence of or reversion to a past style, manner, outlook, approach, or activity

Question 11

Aplomb

Answer 11

Self-confidence, assurance

Question 12

Senescent

Answer 12

Growing old, aging

Question 13

Chaste

Answer 13

Abstaining from sexual intercourse

Question 14

Paroxysm

Answer 14

1. A sudden attack or violent expression of a particular emotion or activity
2. A sudden recurrence or attack of a disease; a sudden worsening of symptoms.

Question 15

Mollify

Answer 15

1. Appease the anger or anxiety of (someone).
2. Reduce the severity of (something); soften.

Question 16

Frisson

Answer 16

A sudden strong feeling of excitement or fear; a thrill.

Question 19

Impecunious

Answer 19

Having little or no money

Question 20

Upbraid

Answer 20

Find fault with (someone); scold

Question 21

Treatise

Answer 21

A written work dealing formally and systematically with a subject.

Question 22

Polemic

Answer 22

A strong verbal or written attack on someone or something.