a state or condition of reduced importance, power, regard or respect; a period of decline.

a miserable, humiliating condition or state of affairs.

an explanation or justification of an act, idea, etc.; a reason.

a false reason or motive put forth to hide the real one; excuse; a pretext.

the object to be attained; intention or purpose; an aim; a target.

good reputation; fame.

the act or intention of cheating; a dishonest action or trick.

(masc.) one who has not committed sin, crime or transgression; an immaculate man.