[ne·far·i·ous] (typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal.

[lo͞oSH] disreputable or sordid in a rakish or appealing way.

[pet·ti·fog·ger] an inferior legal practitioner, especially one who deals with petty cases or employs dubious practices.

[lu·gu·bri·ous] looking or sounding sad and dismal.

[men·da·cious] not telling the truth; lying.

[pe·des·tri·an] lacking inspiration or excitement; dull.

[bel·li·cose] demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight.

[pik·er] a gambler who makes only small bets.

[truc·u·lent] eager or quick to argue or fight; aggressively defiant.

[mo·rose] sullen and ill-tempered.