a thing of insignificance or little value

feeling that someone is unworthy of one’s respect or consideration

in an irritable or impatient matter

a reluctant acceptance of something without protest; give in

to examine something carefully, especially in a critical way

fearful or cautious, usually because of having awareness of something

abrupt or offhand in speech or manner; short

unvarying; marked by a sameness of pitch and intensity

very clear, direct, and decisive

made, shown, or done in a way that is not easily seen or noticed

to express disrespect or scorn

describing speech or behavior meant to be funny but that is usually regarded as annoying, silly, or improper