clever and careful. Example: A shrewd customer always looks for the best price before buying.

to warn or caution. Example: The teacher admonished the children to look more carefully when they crossed the street.

feeling or showing anger about something considered to be unfair or without value. Example: When asked if she was lying, she gave an indignant reply.

to hate or scorn. Example: I despise anyone who is mean to animals.

rude, arrogant, or not showing respect in speech or behavior. Example: The child shocked everyone by speaking in an insolent way to the teacher.

betraying or likely to betray trust; false. Example:The king's treacherous brother betrayed him to his enemy. Her treacherous friend told her secrets to others.

having no purpose or goal. Example: We aimlessly took a drive through the town on Sunday.

low in quantity or number compared with the demand : not plentiful or abundant