stagnant
inactive; dull and sluggish
factotum
an employee who does various kinds of work
monotonous
dull, tedious, and repetitious
quarreled
argued
capacity
ability or power to do something
sacred
deserving veneration or awe
orator
a public speaker
proprietary
relating to an ownership
Semiramis
The legendary wife of King Nimrod whose name would be applied to monuments and various other works of art throughout Asia Minor
rumpled
wrinkled; in worn condition.
acquaintance
a casual friend
feeble
physically weak; frail
exploitation
to use the work or resources of others for personal gain or profit
illustrious
distinguished or renowned
condescend
to behave toward others as though one were superior to them
compatriot
a fellow countryman or countrywoman
solidarity
fellowship
sepulchure
a tomb, grave, or burial place
impassive
not showing emotion
brusquely
bluntly; quickly
