a guide who gives information about antiquities and places of interest to sightseers

extravagant boasting

equivalent, as in value, force, effect, or signification

to laugh loudly or immoderately

a pictorial symbol used in ritualistic magic and supposed to have supernatural power

to make favorably inclined; appease; conciliate

the erection of hairs on the skin due to cold, fear, or excitement

a fatal flaw leading to the downfall of a tragic hero or heroine

pathologically incoherent, repetitious speech; incessant or compulsive talkativeness

sluggish in temperament; gloomy; taciturn

the act of coruscating; a sudden gleam or flash of light; a striking display of brilliance or wit

the act of clearing someone of blame or of an accusation or criminal charge

to give notice to; inform; advise (often followed by 'of')

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

not to be disputed or contested

personification, as of inanimate things