Pallor
a pale appearance, usually an indication of poor health or fear
Insinuating
to imply, show something indirectly
Alibis
claims or proofs that show that someone was not present at the crime scene when it occurred
Pummel
punch quickly several times
Cynic
a skeptic person, especially who believes that people's actions are a result of their self-interest rather than a result of looking for other people's opinions and perspectives
Lurid
sharp, vivid in color
Subdued
secluded, usually accompanied by depression and shyness
Preposterous
not making sense, odd
Quintessential
the ideal example of a specific lifestyle
Incoherent
incomprehensible
Stoic
a person who takes in mental and physical pain and does not complain
Adversity
problems and difficulties
Ostensibly
apparently
Absolved
set free of guilt
Pervert
lead astray
Corroborating
confirming
Belligerence
aggressiveness
