Parochial is a formal word that is usually used in a disapproving way to describe something that is limited in range or scope, as to a narrow region or area.

// For some, college can be an expansive experience that lifts them out of a parochial mindset.

To vituperate someone is to criticize or censure them severely or abusively. Vituperate can also mean "to use harsh condemnatory language."

// They were vituperated for betraying their friends.

Itinerant describes someone who travels from place to place or only stays in a place for a short amount of time. It is used especially for people who travel in a circuit for their profession.

// Being an itinerant musician gave her the opportunity to see the wonders of the world with her own eyes.

Maverick refers to a person who refuses to follow the customs or rules of a group; in other words, a nonconformist.

// Ayo has always been a bit of a maverick in the fashion world, inventing new trends rather than following them.

Stalwart is a formal word used to describe someone or something that is very loyal and dedicated or that is physically or mentally strong.

// He was a stalwart civil rights supporter throughout his political career.

// The football team's stalwart defense only gave up a single field goal in the second half.

Dog days is a plural noun that refers to the hottest time of the year, which in the northern hemisphere is usually between early July and early September. Dog days can also refer to a period of stagnation or inactivity suggestive of hot, sultry weather when it can be difficult to summon the energy required for hard work.

// Spending the day at a swimming hole has always been the perfect relief for the dog days of summer.

Raffish describes people and things that show a careless but usually attractive unconventionality.

// She didn't expect to like him but his raffish charm quickly won her over.

(soccer) a center forward who drops into midfield to draw defenders out of position

Obdurate is a formal word that means "resistant to persuasion." It is usually used to describe someone who is not willing to change their methods or opinions, or something that is not easily altered.

// Though obdurate problems loom, the organization under its new leadership is poised to make real and effective changes.

A bibelot is a small household ornament or decorative object.

// His grandfather set up a table every week at the flea market where he sold all sorts of bibelots and bric-a-brac, from ceramic figurines to tiny blown glass sculptures.