1. Carping(Adjective): constant criticism
Synonyms– disparaging, griping
Example Sentence: You can hear the carping critic at any time that you may wish!
2. Lukewarm(Adjective): unenthusiastic
Synonyms– tepid, warm
Example Sentence: Have ready some water, rather more than lukewarm, but not hot.
3. Despondent(Adjective): having no hope
Synonyms– dejected, discouraged
Example Sentence: He’s always rather low and despondent when he’s wanting his victuals.
4. Expedite(Verb): make faster
Synonyms– facilitate, promote
Example Sentence: To expedite this proceeding we got another hawser carried on shore.
5. Sardonic(Adjective): mocking
Synonyms– acerbic, caustic
Example Sentence: The Doctor grinned at her with sardonic enjoyment of her predicament.