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gentilityThe state of being well-mannered, refined, or respectable.
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The condition of being genteel, high-ranking in society or well-bred"His gentility was evident from his well-mannered behavior."
cholericPerson who is easily angered or bad-tempered.
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Hot-tempered and irritable; affected with or marked by irritability or hot temper"His choleric disposition caused many friendships to end prematurely."
seclusionThe act of isolating oneself from others or being confined to a solitary place.
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The state of being secluded or shut out from society"She lived in seclusion with her books and her music."
diurnalSomething that happens or is active during the day, or relating to the daytime.
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Occurring or active during the daytime rather than night"The forest was filled with the chirping of diurnal creatures."
fastidiousVery attentive to details, or having high standards.
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Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail"He was fastidious about his food and liked it served at exactly the right temperature."
solicitousShowing concern or care for someone's health, happiness, etc.
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Characterized by or expressing an attentive concern for someone's wellbeing or happiness"She was always solicitous about the welfare of her students."
prideA feeling of happiness that you get when you or someone you know does something good, difficult, etc.
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A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired"She felt a great sense of pride as she watched her daughter graduate from college."
calamityAn event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster.
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An event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster"The famine was a calamity that affected millions of people."
adieuA goodbye or farewell.
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A farewell or goodbye, especially a fond one"With a final adieu, she left for her journey."