| allay |
to quiet or lay to rest (fears, doubts, and the like). |
| benefactor |
one who helps or brings good to an individual or an institution, usually by giving money. |
| cohesion |
the state or quality of having parts that are logically ordered or connected into a whole. |
| dispel |
to scatter or drive away in all directions. |
| figurative |
not meant to be interpreted in a literal way; metaphorical. |
| finesse |
refined and delicate skill or tact in executing a task or coping with a situation. |
| increment |
a rise or addition in number or value, often small. |
| intransigent |
refusing to alter an idea or a position in response to others' wishes; uncompromising. |
| migratory |
changing habitat or location periodically, as in response to changes in climate or job opportunities. |
| pellucid |
extremely clear in meaning. |
| regenerate |
to grow (new tissue or parts) to replace lost or injured tissue or parts. |
| reparation |
the act or process of making amends for wrongdoing or injury. |
| repudiate |
to reject completely as invalid or untrue. |
| solace |
comfort or consolation in times of sorrow or suffering. |
| surmount |
to get over or past; overcome; conquer. |