a misunderstanding, disagreement, etc. of a complicated or bitter nature, as between persons or nations

to render absurdly or wholly futile or ineffectual, especially by degrading or frustrating means

a playful trick or prank; caper

know

something that strongly attracts attention by its brilliance, interest, etc.

the lowest point; point of greatest adversity or despair

causing annoyance, irritation, or aversion; repellent.

being in a state of agitation or tumult; disturbed

to stare stupidly; gape

(no longer in technical use) a megalithic chamber tomb

ancient Celtic instrument that is similar to a violin

slim; slender in figure or lithe

light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter

an airship or hot-air balloon, especially one that is tethered

mournful, dismal, or gloomy, especially in an affected, exaggerated, or unrelieved manner

to overspread with or as with a liquid, color, etc.