a beginner in learning anything; novice

a person living in seclusion

characterized by avarice; greedy; covetous

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

to clear, as from an accusation, imputation, suspicion, or the like

to use or address with harsh or abusive language; revile

secretly, stealthily

an irrational dislike; loathing

tearfully or weakly emotional; foolishly sentimental

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

heart-shaped

to let pass without notice; disregard

moving, acting, working, proceeding, etc., with ease, sometimes with superficiality

a mania characterized by an uncontrollable impulse to dance, especially as prevalent in southern Italy from the 15th to the 17th century, popularly attributed to the bite of the tarantula

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

favorable to or promoting health; healthful