Who/When was this said?
a newbie or beginner
novice
To nag or continuously remind someone, often involves debt; drab or dull in appearance
dun
culpable
Has impressive traits, has either good or bad attention from the gods or those in power
epic hero
Above and beyond ordinary knowledge, more than most people know about a certain topic
recondite
Deceptive; seems good but isn't
specious