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