| consequence |
that which follows; result. |
| deteriorate |
to become less in value or quality; decline. |
| disclosure |
the act or process of making known, uncovering, or exposing. |
| diversion |
an act or instance of turning aside. |
| exotic |
from a foreign place. |
| forte1 |
a strong or exceptional point, such as a talent or skill. |
| grimy |
covered or filled with dirt or soil; extremely dirty. |
| jaunty |
having a light manner; lively and confident. |
| maintain |
to continue; keep in existence. |
| merger |
the combining of two or more companies into one, or the transfer of the property of one company to another. |
| misplace |
to put in a wrong place; lose. |
| pith |
weightiness, significance, or importance. |
| plentiful |
large in amount; more than enough. |
| rapture |
great happiness, joy, or ecstasy; bliss. |
| transmit |
to send or carry from one person, place, or thing to another. |