a puzzling or inexplicable occurrence or situation

utterly detestable; abominable; abhorrent

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

beset with woe; affected by woe, especially in appearance; showing or indicating woe

yielding or containing gold

a peculiarity of action, behavior, or personality; mannerism

having hegemony or dominance

deliberate breach of faith or trust; faithlessness; treachery