“Cardinal” means of prime importance or fundamental significance; something essential or basic.
“Archetypal” also relating to, or being an original model or a perfect example of a type.
Similar Words: Essential, Principal, Vital, Primary, Crucial, Key, Fundamental.

“Chagrin” means a feeling of distress, humiliation, or embarrassment caused by failure or disappointment.
“Annoyance” also refers to a state of emotion of being slightly angry, irritated, or impatient. It is a mild, unpleasant mental state often caused by a repetitive or minor issue.

Similar Words: Mortification, Discomfiture, Humiliation, Annoyance, Vexation, Shame, Embarrassment.

“Bolster” means to support, strengthen, or reinforce something—often ideas, confidence, or morale.
“Reinforce” also means to strengthen or increase something by adding more support, material, or evidence.
Similar Words: Strengthen, Reinforce, Sustain, Buttress, Corroborate, Substantiate, Fortify.

“Bewilder” means to cause someone to become completely puzzled or confused.
“Bemuse” also means to be confused or puzzled, often combined with a feeling of wry, detached, or tolerant amusement.
Similar Words: Perplex, Baffle, Befuddle, Confound, Mystify, Fluster, Nonplus, Bemuse.

“Blithe” means showing a cheerful and carefree attitude, often in a lighthearted or unconcerned way.
“Jovial” means describing a person, mood, or atmosphere that is very happy, cheerful, and full of good humor.
Similar Words: Cheerful, Joyous, Merry, Lighthearted, Happy, Carefree, Buoyant, Jovial.

“Avid” means having an intense enthusiasm or keen interest in something.
“Rapacious” also means excessively and aggressively wanting to obtain money, material possessions, or other things.
Similar Words: Keen, Enthusiastic, Ardent, Passionate, Zealous, Fervent, Eager, Rapacious.

“Aplomb” means self-confidence or assurance, especially in a demanding or difficult situation.
“Poise” also means graceful and confident composure. Both words convey calmness, self-assurance, and steadiness under pressure.
Similar Words: Confidence, Composure, Self-assurance, Equanimity, Coolness, Poise, Self-possession.

“Berate” means to scold or criticize someone angrily or harshly.

“Reprimand” is a formal or official criticism, often involving authority, which also means to rebuke someone for their behavior. Both words involve the act of criticizing or chastising someone for wrongdoing.

Similar Words: Rebuke, Chide, Castigate, Chastise, Admonish, Reprimand, Reproach.

“Pillage” refers to the act of robbing or looting, especially during times of war or chaos.

“Plunder” is a synonym, meaning to steal goods, especially using force or violence. Both terms describe the act of taking property by force, often with destructive consequences.

Similar Words: Ravage, Plunder, Loot, Robbery.

“Bemoan” means to express sorrow, regret, or discontent, often in a vocal way.

“Deplore” is a similar term, meaning to feel or express strong disapproval or regret. Both words convey a sense of lamentation or mourning over something undesirable.

Similar Words: Bewail, Mourn, Deplore, Lament, Grieve, Yammer.