| allay |
to quiet or lay to rest (fears, doubts, and the like). |
| collusion |
action undertaken in secret partnership or collaboration, usually for illicit purposes. |
| conclusive |
serving to reach a final answer or decision, or to settle. |
| intolerance |
inability or unwillingness to accept the existence or validity of opinions, beliefs, customs, and practices different from one's own. |
| invigorate |
to fill with energy, strength, or life. |
| lieu |
the place formerly occupied by something or someone. |
| naysayer |
a person who refuses, denies, or opposes, especially because of cynicism or pessimism. |
| pensive |
thoughtful in a sad or deeply serious way. |
| problematic |
presenting difficulties or causing doubt; questionable. |
| propriety |
proper or appropriate behavior. |
| sedition |
actions or speech intended or serving to create rebellion against a government. |
| sodden |
drenched with liquid; saturated; soaked. |
| succor |
help or relief given in time of need. |
| unpalatable |
not acceptable or pleasing to the sense of taste. |
| whimsy |
an odd, fanciful, or capricious notion, or such notions collectively. |