machinations (machinate)
plots or schemes
abstruse
difficult to understand
expiation
the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing
scurrlious
given to the use of abusive or indecent language; formulated
propinquity
nearness in place or time; kinship
sedulous
hard working; diligent
enigma
a puzzle; a mystery
capricious
impulsive and unpredictable
asperity
roughness, severity; bitterness or tartness
loquacity
the quality of being wordy and talkative
vicissitude
a change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant
probity
the quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and decency
necromancy
magic, especially that practiced by a witch
portent
a sign or forewarning
transitory
short-lived or temporary
nugatory
worthless