| acclamation |
enthusiastic applause; loud expression of approval. |
| conservatism |
a general preference for the traditional; disinclination to change. |
| deferential |
respectfully submissive to the desires, opinions, or judgments of others. |
| demeanor |
the way in which one conducts oneself; deportment. |
| emaciated |
extremely thin, as from starvation or disease. |
| frond |
a long leaf with many small divisions. Ferns and palm trees have fronds. |
| grassroots |
originating with or operating among the common people. |
| imbue |
to inspire or permeate, as with an idea or emotion; deeply influence. |
| meditative |
disposed to, marked by, or indicating contemplation or reflection; deeply thoughtful. |
| mores |
the behaviors and manners accepted and expected in a social group, embodying its fundamental moral standards. |
| parley |
a discussion, especially between opponents or enemies, as to establish terms of truce. |
| sojourn |
to live for a short time in a place; stay temporarily. |
| swathe |
to wrap up, enfold, or bind, especially with a wrapping material or bands. |
| tenacious |
holding on or tending to hold on strongly or persistently (sometimes followed by "of"). |
| volition |
the act of willing, deciding, or choosing. |