| canvass |
to conduct a survey of; poll. |
| cupidity |
exceptional desire for money or other material possessions; greed. |
| duplicity |
deceitful speech or action. |
| euphony |
a pleasing, harmonious quality of sounds, especially words. |
| exalt |
to honor or glorify. |
| girth |
the length around something. |
| grassroots |
originating with or operating among the common people. |
| indiscretion |
lack of judgment, prudence, or restraint, especially in regard to the rights or feelings of other people. |
| parity |
equality in amount, status, strength, or the like. |
| propitiate |
to overcome the disfavor or distrust of; conciliate; appease. |
| reciprocate |
to give (feelings or things) in return. |
| sedative |
causing tranquillity or calmness. |
| semblance |
outward form; appearance. |
| theocracy |
a form of government in which a god or gods are acknowledged as the ultimate authority. |
| wanton |
lacking restraint in the pursuit of sexual pleasure. |