assault – v. to violently attack someone or something

tease – v. to laugh at and criticize someone in a way that is either friendly and playful or cruel and unkind

counsel – v. to give advice to someone

library – n. a place where books, magazines, and other materials such as videos and musical recordings are available for people to use or borrow

encourage – v. to make someone more determined, hopeful, or confident

downcast - adj. not happy, confident, or hopeful