Queer- strange or odd
Scoffs- speaking to someone in a mocking way
Phosphates- salt or ester phosphoric acid
Tonic- a medicinal substance taken to give a feeling of vigor or well-being.
Congenial-  a person is pleasant because of a personality, qualities, or interests that are similar to one's own.
Draught- British spelling or draft
Barred- fashioned something with a bar or bars
Flamboyant- tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness.
Smoulder- burn slowly with smoke no flame
Repellent- able to repel a particular thing; impervious to a particular substance.
Ablution- the act of washing oneself
Protruded- extend out or above the surface
Confederate- joined by agreement of treaty
Deliberate- done consistently or intentionally  
Oblivious- not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one.