not being what it purports to be; false or fake

a flat, dull, or trite remark, especially one uttered as if it were fresh or profound

overflowing with fervor, enthusiasm, or excitement; high-spirited

to act together through a secret understanding, especially with evil or harmful intent

known or understood by very few; mysterious; secret; obscure; esoteric

to accuse of or present proof of a crime or fault

in conflict with; incompatible with

the state of being no longer used or practiced

of, characteristic of, or resembling a serpent, as in form or movement

an act or habit of misusing words ridiculously, especially by the confusion of words that are similar in sound

former; erstwhile

the state of being infatuated or obsessed with another person, typically experienced involuntarily and characterized by a strong desire for reciprocation of one's feelings but not primarily for a sexual relationship

to show excessive admiration or devotion to; flatter or admire servilely

smallness of quantity; scarcity; scantiness

to settle securely or snugly; to cover or shelter; hide securely

enjoy oneself or celebrate in a noisy or boisterous way