| altruistic |
unselfishly devoted to the welfare of others. |
| auspicious |
likely to be followed by favorable events. |
| conciliatory |
tending to placate or reconcile. |
| contend |
to struggle; fight against difficulties or opposition. |
| horticulture |
the art or science of growing vegetables, flowers, fruits, or ornamental plants. |
| informant |
one who reports or confides what he or she knows to another; source. |
| invertebrate |
without a backbone |
| longevity |
long life. |
| maritime |
of or relating to sea ships or navigation of the sea. |
| prostrate |
to lie or throw (oneself) flat on the ground, especially face down in an act of humility, worship, or the like. |
| reputable |
known to be held in esteem; respected. |
| retrospect |
reflection on the past or on past events or achievements. |
| soporific |
causing sleep or sleepiness. |
| tacit |
suggested, implied, or understood, without being expressed in words. |
| wanton |
lacking restraint in the pursuit of sexual pleasure. |