to be fretfully discontented; fret; complain

a self-seeking, servile flatterer; fawning parasite

selecting or choosing from various sources

watchful and discreet; cautious; prudent; well-considered

a threat of punishment or vengeance

(of the voice or speech) characterized by strength, fullness, richness, and clearness

having little or no money; penniless; poor

beaming with happiness, optimism, or anticipation

lacking in wholesome vigor; decadent

intestinal cramps or other intestinal disturbances due to anxiety

a collection of 24 or sometimes 25 sheets of paper of the same size and quality: one twentieth of a ream

a defense especially of one's opinions, position, or actions

easily crumbled or reduced to powder; crumbly

a bitter, sharply abusive denunciation, attack, or criticism

frank and simple good-heartedness; a good-natured manner; friendliness; geniality

establish (an attitude, habit, or belief) so firmly that change is very difficult or unlikely