| accustomed |
in the habit of (usually followed by "to"). |
| anomaly |
an act or instance of differing from the usual pattern, form, or type; peculiarity; abnormality. |
| clamor |
a loud noise that goes on for sometime. |
| consistent |
having a regular style or pattern; not changing. |
| decisive |
able to make firm decisions or end arguments. |
| denomination |
a religious group or division. |
| fortitude |
strength, endurance, and patience in the face of adversity or temptation. |
| glower |
to look or stare with sullenness, anger, or animosity; scowl. |
| grate1 |
a frame of crossed or parallel metal bars used as a covering or guard over an opening. |
| investor |
a person or company that puts money into use for the purpose of making more money. |
| minimize |
to make as small as possible. |
| optimum |
the situation, quantity, degree, or other condition that is most desirable. |
| palette |
a thin, oval board, with a thumb hole, on which a painter holds and mixes colors. |
| tarry1 |
to delay or postpone starting or acting; linger. |
| thereafter |
following that; from then on. |