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an ornamental work, especially of delicate lacelike patterns; resembling such a pattern
"The decorative filigree of its design disguised the wrought iron fence's practical purpose." |
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sarcastic, impertinent
"One more flip answer out of you, and you're going to your room." |
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to demonstrate contempt for
"Gertrude's reputation for flouting the rules was so well known that she was no longer able to get away with anything at all." |
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intractable, not willing ot yield or comply, stuobbonly disobedient
"Two year-olds have a reputation for being froward; they've discovered the pleasure of saying no." |
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marked by stealth, covert; surrepitious
"His furtive glances made him look guilty, even if he wasn't trying to hide anything." |
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