abrupt in manner; blunt; rough

a loud, confused noise, as of many voices

difficult to understand; obscure

given to or characterized by gross excess in drinking or eating

a short, wide strip of fabric worn by men around the neck and tucked inside an open-necked shirt

marked by or attended with ignominy; discreditable, humiliating

a delay or cessation for a time, especially of anything distressing or trying; an interval of relief

sprightliness of spirit or wit; lively intelligence