doubtful
uncertain
simplicity
being easy to understand
agony
extreme physical or mental suffering
disheartening
causing one to lose hope or confidence
devour
to consume quickly or hungrily
comparatively
to a moderate degree
unspoiled
not overly privileged
prima ballerina
the chief female dancer in a ballet company
pointe shoes
ballet shoes with a stiff toe to enable dancers to perform "en pointe," or with the foot fully extended, balancing on the toe.