1.fawn
verb: try to gain favor by extreme flattery
The media fawned over the handsome new CEO, praising his impeccable sense of style instead of asking more pointed questions.
2.incessant
adjective: uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
I don't mind small children in brief doses, but I think the incessant exposure that their parents have to them would quickly wear me down.
3.besmirch
verb: damage the good name and reputation of someone
The prince's distasteful choice of words besmirched not only his own name, but the reputation of the entire royal family.
4.tirade
noun: an angry speech
In terms of political change, a tiradeoftentimes does little more than make the person speaking red in the face.
5.tawdry
adjective: tastelessly showy; cheap and shoddy
Carol expected to find New York City magical, the way so many movies had portrayed it, but she was surprised how often tawdry displays took the place of genuine elegance.
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