Definition: A person who feels uncomfortable or embarrassed and often shows it by shrinking back or avoiding eye contact.

Example: He is such a cringer that he avoids speaking in public.

Definition: A person who points out faults or problems in someone or something.

Example: The criticizer always finds something wrong with the movie, no matter how good it is.

Definition: A person in Britain who rents and farms a small piece of land, known as a croft.

Example: The crofter worked hard to grow vegetables and raise animals on his land.

Definition: An old woman who is often considered ugly or unpleasant in appearance.

Example: The villagers spoke of the crone who lived at the edge of the forest, warning children to stay away from her.

Definition: A close friend who has been with someone for a long time.

Example: He invited his crony to the party because they have known each other since childhood.

Definition: To gather closely together in a large group, often in a way that makes it difficult to move freely.

Example: The fans crowded around the stage to see the band perform.

Definition: A person who pushes or crowds others, often in a physical space, or someone who entertains a group, like a fiddler.

Example: The crowder pushed through the busy market to get to the front of the line.

Definition: A type of soft cheese made from milk, often associated with Scottish cuisine.

Example: The farmer made fresh crowdy from the morning's milk.

Definition: A group of people who help a bullfighter during a bullfight, usually consisting of assistants and support staff.

Example: The cuadrilla worked together to ensure the bullfight went smoothly.

Definition: Having a clever and deceitful quality; being able to achieve goals through trickery or skillful planning.

Example: The cunning fox outsmarted the hunters.

Definition: The ability to deceive or trick others, often in a clever or sly way.

Example: Her cunning allowed her to outsmart her opponents in the game.