Definition: a formal pronouncement from an authoritative source.

Definition: feeling or expressing remorse or penitence; affected by guilt.

Definition: a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled.

Definition: belonging to a period other than that being portrayed.

Definition: keep (someone) in subservience and hardship, especially by the unjust exercise of authority.

Definition: a published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation; a written defamation.

Definition: severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance.

Definition: of imposing height.

Definition: extreme or alarming importance; seriousness.

Definition: an official who examines material that is about to be released, such as books, movies, news, and art, and suppresses any parts that are considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security.

Definition: done with great effort and difficulty.

Definition: showing moderation or self-restraint.

Definition: (especially of something written or spoken) briefly and clearly expressed.

Definition: confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding).

Definition: very harmful or unpleasant in a pervasive or insidious way/ poisonous

Definition: having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.

Definition: too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous.

Definition: a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation.

Definition: information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view.