| balm |
a soothing, healing ointment, often fragrant. |
| detain |
to keep from going on; stop or delay. |
| devotion |
strong affection or loyalty. |
| dingy |
dirty or not cared for well. |
| exquisite |
very beautiful; made in a lovely or delicate way. |
| fabrication |
a statement, document, or the like that is false or invented to deceive. |
| hazard |
danger or risk. |
| hearty |
full of warmth and enthusiasm; friendly. |
| infection |
the act of infecting or an instance or condition of being infected. |
| optimist |
one who usually or in a specific instance expects a good outcome. (Cf. pessimist.) |
| overhaul |
to go over carefully, taking apart as necessary and making all needed repairs. |
| possibility |
something that might happen. |
| pulverize |
to make into powder, as by crushing, grinding, or pounding. |
| stimulate |
to bring about to activity or action. |
| tolerance |
willingness to accept people whose race, religion, opinions, or habits are different from one's own. |