Vicarious Thrill Piqued Interest

Vicarious

Felt as if experiencing another's experiences

Pique

Arouse interest or irritation

Abate

Lessen in amount, intensity, or strength

Maternal

Characteristic of a mother

Decorum

Polite behavior

Pretentious

Claiming dignity or importance undeservedly

Unwieldy

Hard to handle or manage, especially due to size or weight

Homely

Unattractive, plain looking

Impromptu

Without preparation

Visceral

Instinctive; relating to internal organs

Staccato

Composed of abrupt, disconnected parts or sounds

Rue

Regret

Meritocracy

System based on individual ability or achievement

Inveigle

Obtain by flattery

Behoove

Necessary or proper for

Austere

Stern or severe in appearance; without luxury

Inert

Unable to move or respond; sluggish

Mnemonic

Assisting memory

Censor

Prevent from circulation; an official editor

Imposing

Impressive by size, power, or manner

Hectic

Characterized by intense activity

Sully

Dirty or tarnish, especially by disgracing

Insipid

Uninteresting; lacking flavor

Anachronism

Something not belonging to a certain time period

Malady

Disease; illness; sickness

Antithesis

Direct contrast; opposition

Camaraderie

Loyalty; friendly feeling among a group

Undermine

Weaken

Figurative

Based on a figure of speech; not literal