| abscond |
to leave suddenly and secretly, especially to avoid observation or capture. |
| acclamation |
enthusiastic applause; loud expression of approval. |
| adage |
an old familiar saying that shows the wisdom of a group of people; proverb. |
| assimilate |
to adapt and conform. |
| avuncular |
of, concerning, or like an uncle; kind; benevolent. |
| belated |
too late; tardy. |
| convivial |
enjoying feasting, drinking, and socializing; sociable. |
| decelerate |
to lower the speed of; decrease in velocity; slow down. |
| evasion |
the act or an instance of escaping, avoiding, or failing to perform something. |
| indisposed |
slightly and temporarily ill, as with indigestion or a cold. |
| materialism |
great or excessive concern with the acquisition of wealth or possessions, especially as opposed to the attainment of spiritual goals. |
| petulance |
the state or quality of being easily or unreasonably irritated, impatient, or ill tempered. |
| protract |
to extend in time; prolong. |
| rabble1 |
a confused and uncontrolled crowd; disorderly mob. |
| unpalatable |
not acceptable or pleasing to the sense of taste. |