1. deserter of party or principles.   founder   renegade   gadfly   fancier   Hint Half-n-half Clue   2. person who works for hire.   entomologist   junta   hireling   introvert   Half-n-half Clue   3. shrewish, abusive woman or termagant.   malingerer   despot   herpetologist   virago   Half-n-half Clue   4. person who studies insects.   junta   entomologist   equestrian   heretic   Half-n-half Clue   5. fellow who is stupid.   dolt   factotum   gnome   functionary   Half-n-half Clue   6. scholar or distinguished scientist.   felon   hypochondriac   savant   junta   Half-n-half Clue   7. handyman or servant employed to do all types of work.   egoist   gynaecologist   factotum   hermit   Half-n-half Clue