American History
Color
Hue
Longer than the most direct way
Circuitous
Deteriorated, run-down
Dilapidated
Euphoria; Extreme happiness
Elation
Looming
Likely to produce harm or danger; a serious demeanor
Grave(ly)
Alone, separated from others
Isolation
Huge in size, often frightening
Monstrosity
To harass or punish, often due to personal beliefs
Persecute
To avoid something, especially something you REALLY want to do
Refrain