Contentious adj. Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial. Involving a heated argument. “The terms of the agreement remain contentious between the parties.”

Corpulent adj. Physically bulky; fat. “The once corpulent woman is now trim and fit.”

Dubious adj. Hesitating or doubting. Not to be relied upon; suspect. “He seemed dubious about the idea.”

Slavish adj. Showing no originality; blindly imitative: “A slavish copy of the original work.”

Reciprocal; Reciprocate adj. Done or performed in return: “Reciprocal respect.”

Frugal; Frugality adj. Economical with regard to money or food. Simple and plain that costs very little: “A frugal meal.”

Docile adj. Submissive. Ready to accept control or instruction. “The dog was very docile around children.”

Gravitas n. Dignity, seriousness, or solemnity in manner. “He has the necessary gravitas to lead the company.”

Incendiary adj. Designed to cause fires. “An incendiary device.”

Dismal adj Gloomy. Depressing; dreary. “The business was a dismal failure;” “Dismal weather.”