| burlesque |
a book, play, skit, or the like that mocks something by comically treating it with inappropriate seriousness or levity. |
| complement |
to go well with, complete, or perfect. |
| contraband |
goods banned by law from being imported or exported. |
| devotee |
an eager or serious follower or enthusiast. |
| dignitary |
one who holds a high office or rank. |
| elitist |
believing in, supporting, or promoting the superiority of a select or privileged group. |
| empathy |
identification with or sharing of another's feelings, situation, or attitudes. |
| ferment |
a state of upset or fast change. |
| gibberish |
written or spoken words that are unintelligible, needlessly obscure, or without coherent meaning. |
| interloper |
a person who intrudes in the affairs of others; meddler. |
| invincible |
too strong to be defeated. |
| mannerism |
a distinctive and habitual behavioral characteristic. |
| reimburse |
to pay back for (expenses or losses incurred). |
| singular |
extraordinary or exceptional. |
| unhinge |
to cause to become confused, unbalanced, or deeply disturbed. |