| behold |
to see or observe. |
| bias |
an opinion or liking that does not let one be fair; prejudice. |
| boisterous |
loud, unrestrained, and in high spirits; rowdy. |
| borne |
past participle of "bear1" with meaning connected with carrying, supporting, or enduring. |
| cherish |
to value with great love and care. |
| circumference |
the line that forms the outside edge of a circle or other round figure or area. |
| commit |
to dedicate, devote or pledge. |
| departure |
the act or an occasion of leaving or going away. |
| exclusive |
keeping out all others. |
| mere |
being neither more nor better than what is spoken of. |
| optimist |
one who usually or in a specific instance expects a good outcome. (Cf. pessimist.) |
| prospective |
likely or expected. |
| provision |
the act of giving something needed; providing. |
| salvation |
the act of saving or being saved from sin or evil, or the condition of being saved. |
| wrongheaded |
contrary to sound judgment. |