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

completely puzzled or perplexed by something unexpected

to beat or thrash with or as if with the fists

heart-shaped

humanity or fellow feeling; kindness

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

to fuse into one entity; merge

sullen or shy in company

remain in existence throughout a substantial period of time; endure

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

characterized by long words

having or showing equanimity; even-tempered

to indicate in advance; to foreshadow or presage, as an omen does

a word functioning as a phrase or sentence, as the imperative "Go!"

watchful and discreet; cautious; prudent; well-considered