a loud, confused noise, as of many voices

something small, delicate, and exquisitely wrought

utterly detestable; abominable; abhorrent

former; erstwhile

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

pertaining to the nature of idiosyncrasy, or something peculiar to an individual

requiring painstaking care

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

cunning; sly

the act of making a negative situation feel worse than it is

erratic and unpredictable in behavior or direction

speak or act in an evasive way

an irrational dislike; loathing

of or relating to the deities, spirits, and other beings dwelling under the earth

causing annoyance, irritation, or aversion; repellent.

impressively or overwhelmingly large, luxurious, etc.