| aghast |
filled with alarm or horror; shocked. |
| arid |
extremely dry, especially from lack of rainfall. |
| audible |
heard or able to be heard. |
| behold |
to see or observe. |
| convergence |
the point, line, or the like at which lines, planes, or objects meet. |
| descent |
the act or process of going downward. |
| fabrication |
a statement, document, or the like that is false or invented to deceive. |
| forte1 |
a strong or exceptional point, such as a talent or skill. |
| gallant |
brave and dashing. |
| herald |
a person who conveys or announces official news; messenger. |
| holistic |
handling or dealing with an entity in its entirety or wholeness rather than with emphasis on its parts or various aspects. |
| humanitarian |
characterized by concern for improving the welfare of people. |
| mourn |
to feel or act very sad because of a death or great loss; grieve. |
| presidential |
of or relating to the person or office of a president. |
| yearn |
to have a strong desire, craving, or wish for something. |