| Term | Definition |
| decrepit | weakened by old age; feeble |
| gesticulated | to make or use gestures, esp. in an animated or excited manner with or instead of speech. |
| loathsome | causing hatred or disgust |
| permeated | spread throughout |
| stench | a strong and very unpleasant smell |
| trepidation | a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen |
| censure | express severe disapproval of (someone or something) in a formal statement |
| unimpeachable | not able to be doubted, questioned, or criticized; entirely trustworthy |
| chastened | (of a reproof or misfortune) have a restraining or moderation effect on |
| complicity | the state of being involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing |
| punctilious | showing great attention to detail or correct behavior |
| sardonically | grimly mockingly or cynical |
| conspired | make secret plans jointly to commit an unlawful or harmful act |
| impertinence | not showing proper respect; rude |
| chaotic | in a state of complete confusion or disorder |