1 : insolent or rude in speech or behavior2 : characterized by temporary or capricious ill humor
askance
1 : with a side-glance : obliquely2 : with disapproval or distrust : scornfully <they eyed the stranger askance>
gingerly
very cautious or careful
preposterous
contrary to nature, reason, or common sense :
piously:
: marked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship b : marked by conspicuous religiosity <a hypocrite—a thing all pious words and uncharitable deeds —
hypothetical
being or involving a hypothesis :
affable
1 : being pleasant and at ease in talking to others <an affable host>2 : characterized by ease and friendliness <an affable manner>
pariah
: a member of a low caste of southern India2 : one that is despised or rejected : outcast
superfluous
1 a : exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra b : not needed : unnecessary2 obsolete : marked by wastefulness :
wanly
1 a : suggestive of poor health : sickly, pallid b : lacking vitality : feeble2 : dim, faint3 : languid <a wan smile>