| acquaint |
to introduce or make familiar (usually followed by "with"). |
| allegedly |
according to what has been claimed although not proven. |
| analogy |
similarity or correspondence between two otherwise dissimilar things. |
| assay |
to try out or test. |
| astray |
off the right or known path or course. |
| commendation |
something, especially an award, that confers honor or distinction. |
| crease |
a fold or dent made by heat or pressure. |
| discount |
an amount taken away from the full or regular price or cost. |
| exploit1 |
a deed of daring or courage. |
| fortitude |
strength, endurance, and patience in the face of adversity or temptation. |
| furtive |
done with or characterized by stealth; surreptitious; sly. |
| immune |
protected from a disease, either naturally or by getting a vaccine. |
| relent |
to become less harsh or less strict. |
| sophisticated |
having or showing a lot of knowledge or experience; not ignorant or simple. |
| spite |
the wish to hurt, bother, or embarrass a person. |