Noun
hypocrisy - Behavior that is the opposite of how one actually is, being fake by pretending to be one thing, and acting in the opposite way.
The politician was guilty of hypocrisy because he promised reforms, but his real goal was to enrich himself and his friends.
dunce - A derogatory term used to ridicule someone who is not very clever, or who does not learn easily.
Being called the dunce of the class motivated Joe to work harder and he finished top of the class. Now sometimes he puts on a joker's costume to make fun of those who used to make fun of him.
nook - Small area or space, like an alcove, that is conducive to meditating, reading, relaxing or quietly reflecting.
The alcove at the large window made a perfect nook, where Gemma could quietly take time away from the family, to read her book or write in her journal without interruption.
aura - The distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place.
She was immediately attracted to the aura of light and peace that seemed to emanate from him, though she realized this required validation and investigation.
