- Infer
v. to guess, conclude, or derive by reasoning
You can infer from this quotation that the writer didn't care for "pretty" language.
- Transparent
adj. see-through; so thin that light can shine through adj. truthful or easy to perceive
Stained window glass isn't as transparentas regular window glass is. She was transparent about her plans to end her marriage.
- Vital
adj. urgently necessary
It is vital that you respond by the deadline.