| allay |
to quiet or lay to rest (fears, doubts, and the like). |
| centennial |
having to do with a one hundredth anniversary. |
| circumstantial |
relevant but not essential; incidental. |
| desist |
to stop acting in a certain way. |
| devotee |
an eager or serious follower or enthusiast. |
| discretion |
the freedom or authority to use one's own judgment. |
| imbue |
to inspire or permeate, as with an idea or emotion; deeply influence. |
| indigenous |
being the people or animals that originally lived and may continue to live in a particular country or region. |
| latent |
present but not yet apparent, developed, or operative. |
| maritime |
of or relating to sea ships or navigation of the sea. |
| nurture |
to care for and encourage the growth and development of (a living thing). |
| odorous |
having or giving off a distinctive or strong smell. |
| patronage |
the financial or other support given to a business establishment by its customers or clients. |
| plurality |
the largest proportion of votes in an election, especially when it is less than half the total, or the margin of votes separating the victor from the person who came second. |
| rift |
a break in social relations, because of a difference of opinion, quarrel, or the like; breach. |