[24] Wit. Cleverness.
[25] The Rose. The Rose tavern was frequented by actors.
[26] The world. I.e., of public life.
[27] Own vindication. Self-assertion.
[28] Civil. Civilian.
[29] Humorists. Eccentrics.
[30] Turned. Shaped.
[31] Habits. Clothes; i.e., fashions.
[32] Chamber-counsellor. Barrister whose practice is confined to consultations.
[33] Divine topic. Topic of divinity.