Nepotism
N.
Favoritism shown to family of friends by those in power, especially in business or hiring practices
Begrudge
V.
To resent another’s success; to envy
Mandarin
N.
An influential person; a member of an elite group
Glutinous
Adj.
Gluey;sticky
Enmity
N.
Deep-seated hostility , often mutual
Declaim
V.
To speak in a dramatic, impassioned, or blustering manner
Imbue
V.
To inspire or influence; to saturate
Gaff
N.
A pole with a large hook on one end
Quaff
V.
To drink in large quantities; to gulp
Bibliophile
N.
A lover of books