nirvana - (in Buddhism) a transcendent state in which there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self, and the subject is released from the effects of karma and the cycle of death and rebirth; it represents the final goal of Buddhism

crank - Someone who others think has unusual ideas or behaves strangely

prelude - An event or action that signals or prepares for what is to follow, often setting the tone for what comes next.

empathy - The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.

enclave - A distinct group or area enclosed within a larger one, often differing in culture or identity.

prestige - The good reputation that someone has earned because of their achievments

skit - A short, humorous play or performance, often done in a casual or comedic setting.

hypocrite - Someone who acts in a way that contradicts what they say they believe in

enigma - A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand

myriad - A countless or extremely great number

hedonism - The idea that pleasure is the main goal of life.

inertia - Resistance to change, effort, or progress in a situation, system, or organization.