annoy – make someone angry
awful – extremely bad or unpleasant
bracing – supportive, stimulating
console – give comfort or sympathy
dejectedly – looking depressed
fleeting – lasting for only a short time
gloomy – sad and depressed
mumble – speech that is not heard clearly
panic – great fear
relieved – lessen anxiety
reluctant – unwilling
retort – quick or angry reply
sniff – drawing air in through the nose as one trying not to cry
startle – shock or surprise
tussle – struggle
wheedle – obtain something by being pleasant or flattering.
