Victorian Era

Approbation

approval or praise

Burnished

polished

Debasement

to lower in rank, dignity, or significance

Discerning

mentally quick and observant; having insight

Dowry

property or money brought by a bride to her husband on their marriage

Forbearance

patience

Officious

Meddling; offering unwanted help

Systematic

Methodical; ordered

Eternal

lasting forever

Frolic

play and run about happily

Obscure

not discovered or known about; uncertain

Obstinate

stubborn

Toil

to work hard

Truculent

fierce and cruel; eager to fight

Vile

disgusting

Comprised

made up of

Degradation

a decline to a lower condition, quality, or level

Elude

To avoid or escape

Sundry

Various; miscellaneous

Yearning

Deep longing