| allay |
to quiet or lay to rest (fears, doubts, and the like). |
| backlash |
a strong reaction against some prior development, especially political or social change. |
| consonance |
agreement, correspondence, or harmony. |
| dormer |
a window set vertically into a projecting structure on a sloping roof. |
| dowdy1 |
not at all stylish; shabby or dull. |
| encumbrance |
something or someone that hinders or burdens; impediment. |
| frugality |
prudent or sparing use of resources, especially money. |
| grapple |
to grasp, twist, or wrestle in close combat. |
| guise |
external appearance or semblance, especially if deceptive. |
| indolent |
inclined to avoid exertion or effort; lazy. |
| lethargy |
a state of having very low energy with drowsiness and apathy; lassitude. |
| profane |
irreverent or irreligious; blasphemous. |
| respite |
a period of rest, especially from something difficult or unpleasant. |
| sermonize |
to preach, or to speak as if doing so. |
| wizened |
shriveled or dried up. |