shambles - A state of total disorder

savage - (chiefly in historical or literary contexts) a member of a people regarded as primitive and uncivilized

rickety - (of a structure or piece of equipment) poorly made and likely to collapse

tamper - Interfere with (something) in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations

angst - A feeling of deep anxiety or dread, typically an unfocused one about the human condition or the state of the world in general

nasty - Highly unpleasant, especially to the senses; physically nauseating

exploit - To take unfair advantage of

backlash - A strong, negative, and often angry reaction to something that has happened

gimmick - A trick or device intended to attract attention, publicity, or business

crank - Someone who others think has unusual ideas or behaves strangely

bluster - Loud, aggressive, or indignant talk with little effect

topple - Overbalance or become unsteady resulting in falling