| allay |
to quiet or lay to rest (fears, doubts, and the like). |
| cogent |
convincing, or compelling by virtue of a strong argument or clear presentation. |
| consolidate |
to join together into a whole; combine. |
| contiguous |
in contact; touching; adjoining. |
| encumber |
to hinder the normal progress, performance, or use of. |
| equanimity |
the quality of remaining calm, serene, or unruffled, especially under stress; composure. |
| finite |
limited in number, quantity, or duration; capable of being measured. (Cf. infinite.) |
| implicit |
implied rather than directly stated. |
| odorous |
having or giving off a distinctive or strong smell. |
| rescind |
to take back or make invalid; revoke. |
| slur |
to speak of disparagingly; belittle. |
| stint |
to refrain from spending; to be sparing or frugal. |
| totality |
the state or quality of being total. |
| unregulated |
not subject to rules or constraints. |
| wheedle |
to try to persuade or influence by coaxing or flattery; cajole. |