| burlesque |
a book, play, skit, or the like that mocks something by comically treating it with inappropriate seriousness or levity. |
| chagrin |
embarrassment or humiliation arising from disappointment or failure. |
| covet |
to wish to have very much; envy. |
| defeatist |
characterized by an acceptance or expectation of failure. |
| demeanor |
the way in which one conducts oneself; deportment. |
| dictum |
a formal or official pronouncement or declaration. |
| endemic |
native to or restricted to a given place or population. |
| humility |
the quality or state of being humble; modesty about one's status or accomplishments. |
| ingrate |
an ungrateful person. |
| perennial |
lasting throughout the year or for many years. |
| pitfall |
an unexpected or hidden danger. |
| plebeian |
in ancient Roman society, of or belonging to the class of commoners; not patrician. |
| portly |
rather fat; stout. |
| propound |
to propose or set forth for consideration. |
| quiescent |
in a state of inaction or rest; dormant. |