| beguile |
to deceive or cheat by using guile. |
| censorious |
highly critical or disapproving. |
| commune2 |
a group of people living together as a community, working collectively on land owned in common or by a government. |
| mania |
an extreme desire or enthusiasm. |
| materialism |
great or excessive concern with the acquisition of wealth or possessions, especially as opposed to the attainment of spiritual goals. |
| outmoded |
no longer in keeping with current standards or practices; obsolete. |
| perseverance |
steadfast continuance in a course of action, task, or belief. |
| ponderous |
heavily labored and dull. |
| promenade |
a leisurely walk, especially in a public place. |
| rarefy |
to make less dense. |
| remiss |
careless or negligent, especially in the performance of one's duty. |
| reverent |
characterized by, showing, or feeling great respect and awe mingled with love. |
| sardonic |
bitterly mocking; derisive; scornful. |
| tutelage |
the act or function of a teacher, especially one who gives lessons to individuals; instruction; teaching. |
| uncouth |
lacking manners or refinement; rude, vulgar, or gauche. |