resilient
able to recover from misfortune; able to withstand adversity
dirge
a mournful song, especially for a funeral. The bagpipers played a dirge as the casket was carried to the cemetery
nondescript
lacking distinctive character. I was surprised when I saw the movie star in person, because she looked nondescript
renovate
restore, return to original state. The renovated antique candelabra looked as good as new
benevolent
marked by goodness. Police officers should be commended for their benevolent service to the community
affinity
a natural feeling of closeness. Jerry didn't know why, but he felt an incredible affinity for Kramer the first time they met
neophyte
someone who is young or inexperienced. As a neophyte in the literary world, Malik had trouble finding a publisher for his first novel
rhapsodize
to engage in excessive enthusiasm. The critic rhapsodized about the movie, calling it an instant classic
fractious
troublesome or irritable. Although the child insisted he wasn't tired, his fractious behavior--especially his decision to throw a tantrum--convinced everyone that it was his bedtime
officious
offering one's services when they are neither wanted nor needed. Nikki resented Allan's officious behavior when he selected colors that he thought might best improve her artwork