an early string instrument similar to a violin, typically featuring six strings and played with a bow
a string instrument that is slightly larger than a violin, tuned a fifth lower and producing deeper sounds
to counteract or neutralize the intended or anticipated effect of something
something that deviates from what is considered normal, expected, or standard
a playful or carefree attitude and a tendency to prioritize amusement or entertainment over more serious matters
appearing or stated to be true or real, but potentially deceptive or misleading
displaying wealth, luxury, or importance to attract attention or impress others
to demonstrate exceptional skill, achievement, or proficiency in a particular activity, subject, or field
the quality of being extremely good in a particular field or activity
referring to a vision of an ideal society, where everything is flawless or nearly perfect
to give careful thought to something, its various aspects, implications, or possibilities
displaying a sense of slowness or lack of agility due to real or perceived weight or massiveness
a military unit composed of a varying number of companies or platoons, typically commanded by a lieutenant colonel
a person who lives in a country where they are not a citizen or permanent resident