"On Shakespeare"
endeavour—The French painter’s offbeat artistic endeavors gained him worldwide recognition and immense glory.
bereave—Support groups were set up to help the bereaved families of the recent tragedy.
“L’Allegro”
wiles—The dishonest stockbroker used his wiles to swindle several clients out of their money.
wanton—Jane’s wanton behavior at the party was a matter of concern to her mother.
“Il Penseroso”
steadfast—Our country was able to win the war because our soldiers were steadfast in every situation.
fleecy—Looking at the fleecy clouds in the moonlit sky made Jack forget about his worries for a while.
Paradise Lost
transgress—In a biblical context, a wise man is defined as one who does not transgress divine laws.
guile—She believed that a salesperson's success depended on a combination of persuasiveness and guile.
(PLATO answer)