truthful and straightforward; frank.

showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements.

struggle to surmount (a difficulty or danger).

deeply upset and agitated.

certain to happen; unavoidable.

(of an appetite or desire) impossible to satisfy.

tending to talk a great deal; talkative.

a strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something.

read (something), typically in a thorough or careful way.